Marina gave a faint smile. "I didn't want to ruin the party vibe, so I only told Estelle. Something came up, and I need to head back now."
Carson raised an eyebrow. "Is it urgent?"
Marina stayed quiet.
Carson checked his watch. "I'll go back with you."
"No, it's fine," Marina quickly declined. "The party isn't over. Stay with Jonah and the guys. I can go by myself."
Carson had been drinking, but he wasn't drunk. His eyes were clear, and the alcohol only seemed to enhance his refined, handsome features. He took the handle of her suitcase. "I'm not letting you go back alone."
Marina watched the man walk ahead with her luggage and simply shrugged. If he wanted to play the role of the perfect fiancé, she'd let him.
Since both of them had been drinking, Carson had his driver take his car to bring them back to J City.
During the drive, Marina received a call from her family. Her expression quickly darkened. "I already told you, I don't agree!"
Carson glanced over. She had her head turned slightly, a few loose strands from her low ponytail falling over her face, masking the frustration and faint hurt in her eyes.
Whoever was on the other end said something that made Marina's jaw tighten. She was clearly struggling to keep her temper in check. "We've been compromising my whole life. Can't Dad just stand his ground for me this one time?"
"Yes, I'm coming home tonight. I haven't agreed to anything, and no one is making this decision for me."
"That's it. We'll talk when I get back."
She hung up the phone. Carson looked at her. "What happened?"
Marina didn't want to talk about it. Her family's messy dynamics weren't something she liked airing out to outsiders.
Carson's lips curved into a slight smirk. "I'm leaving a great party in the middle of the night to escort you back, and you're keeping secrets? Try me. I might actually be able to help."


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Phoebe always wanted to be a Foster so she'll do whatever she can to be with Kai and he is jealous of Carson's status. Thank you for the updates....
Another twist, Phoebe will try and hook up with Kai Foster. Thank you for the updates....
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Carson kick Giselle to the curb as a gentleman. He never fails to explain himself to Marina and he always rises to the occasion to come to her rescue. Now that he's assured her that he won't do as his father had done. The ice is breaking. Thank you for the updates....
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Carson can be jealous too. More updates please and thank you for the updates....
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