Phoebe sighed, her tone laced with faux heartache. "When Carson came to back you up that day, I really thought he liked you and that you two had a great relationship. I can't believe it was all fake. It's so disappointing."
She frowned, looking the picture of concern. "He's already messing around before the wedding. What are you going to do?"
"I heard his father openly keeps a mistress, and his illegitimate son is publicly fighting for the inheritance. It seems Carson takes after his dad."
Marina turned around, her gaze turning frosty. "No wonder your heart condition is so bad. You worry too much about things that are none of your business. How could you ever get better?"
"Didn't the doctor tell you to stay calm and avoid getting overly anxious or excited?"
"All the supplements in the world won't help as much as minding your own business. Don't you agree?"
Phoebe's smile stiffened. "I'm just worried about you!"
Marina feigned surprise. "Oh, your heart is hurting again? Should I call an ambulance for you?"
Seeing Marina ruthlessly poke at her sore spots, a dark glint flashed in Phoebe's eyes. She gritted her teeth and forced a smile. "No need."
Marina smiled and turned back to continue walking.
Phoebe stared at her retreating figure, suddenly unsure if Marina's composure was just an act.
That evening.
As the Evert family finished dinner, Grandpa Evert asked, "Jude, what's going on with the Foster family? They're dragging us down with them. The internet is calling the Evert family a bunch of pushovers."
Jude frowned. After a long moment, he said, "I'm sure there's a misunderstanding."


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The readers' comments on the novel: Find me in your labyrinth (Stella and Jonathan)
Things are looking up for Xavier and Norah. Thank you for the updates....
Woohoo! This was sooooo good. Thank you for the updates....
This was classic updates. Thank you so much...
May we please have updates. Thank you...
I sincerely hope that Gonzalez finds the taped meeting of Hannah and Trevor to throw them under the bus....
How will Gonzalez get back at Hannah, Yvonne and Trevor for the setup and fall from grace....
Adrian needs to safe face and not do this. It will embarrass he and Norah and his family. Thank you for the updates....
This a HOT MESS for them both....
WOW! I didn't see that coming at all for Norah nor Gonzalez, the plot thickens. Thank you for the updates....
Xavier wants to get caught kissing Norah at this point. When will he ask her to call him Xavier and not Gonzalez. Maybe that would bring back her memories. Thank you for the updates....