Sean tilted his head slightly, his gaze as sharp as a blade. “That didn’t sound like a sincere apology.”Tears instantly welled up in Carmen’s eyes. Crying, she turned to Charlotte. “I was wrong, Miss Riley. I’m truly sorry. Please, I’m begging you. Let me make things right. I never should’ve slande
The first time Sean appeared at an event, he was accompanying Mr. Jasper Sr. to a high-profile birthday banquet for the most powerful official in Sterling City. Even that official treated Mr. Jasper Sr. with deference and respect.The second time Thomas saw him was three years ago, at a business gal
Charlotte’s eyes turned icy. “You’re the one with a death wish.”Sensing the tension on Thomas’s face, Scott instinctively stepped in front of her, shielding her with his body.But Charlotte brushed his arm aside. “Step aside. I want to see exactly how he plans to die today.”She walked forward and
Scott’s gaze turned icy as he looked directly at Carmen. “Miss, as an adult, you should be accountable for your words. If you continue to insult and slander my friend, I won’t hesitate to pursue legal action.”“Ooh, I’m so scared,” Carmen sneered, rolling her eyes dramatically. Her tone dripped with
After spending a quiet moment together in the room, Megan’s call came through.Sean glanced at Charlotte’s phone and said coldly, “Ignore it.”Charlotte reminded him, “We’re here for her birthday party.”Then she answered the call.Megan’s voice sounded completely cheerful, with no hint of displeasu
Megan linked arms with Charlotte as she led her down the hallway to the room they would be staying in that night.“Here you go, this one’s yours,” Megan said softly, almost sounding a little guilty.Charlotte nodded. “Thanks.”Then Megan glanced at Sean and pointed to a room diagonally across the ha