Semua Bab Trapped in Love: Bab 431 - Bab 440

At 10:30 a.m., Alex exited the building while talking on his phone.Meanwhile, Paige ignited the car's engine and headed toward the direction Alex had gone. She drove until she reached a cafe near his workplace.After stepping out of the car, Alex entered the cafe and sat across from a woman.Paige's eyes widened in shock. 'Is Alex really meeting another woman without telling me? Does he still care about our relationship?'Paige quickly left the car, wearing a cap and a mask. She entered the cafe and sat at a nearby spot to eavesdrop.The woman, Juniper Pearl, spoke shyly. "You look even better in person than in photos."Alex sounded somewhat excited as he replied, "I appreciate your compliment."Juniper chuckled. "Well, I'm sure your mother has mentioned our family's situation. I think we can explore this friendship further. What do you think?"Alex replied, "That's not a problem at all, Ms. Pearl. I'm available anytime, 24/7."'Available 24/7?' Paige clenched her fists in an

Caroline glanced at her watch and replied, "Sure, I'll be there in 30 minutes.""I'll wait," came the response.After ending the call, Caroline hurried over to Table One.-Twenty minutes later, she entered a private room at Table One, only to find Paige eating rapidly with tears in her eyes.Caroline closed the door quietly and took a seat across from her."Paige, who hurt you?" she asked.Paige put down her utensils, chewed slowly, and replied, "I ended the relationship."Caroline was taken aback. Just two days ago, everything seemed fine.Paige burst into tears. She explained to Caroline how Alex had gone on a date his mother arranged, leaving her deeply hurt."Caroline, I tried my best not to make a scene because I didn't want to ruin the relationship. But I'm hurting so much inside, and I can't hold myself together…"Paige took a large bite of her food, eating alongside her tears and sobbing silently.Caroline welled up with tears as well. She had never seen Paige like

Caroline scoffed, thinking, 'So, all those talks about Evan worrying about the kids and me are just lies? What is this, playing games with me like a fool?'She turned her gaze toward Alex. "If you don't plan to be serious with Paige, Mr. Price, please let her go!"Alex firmly rejected her plea. "I won't. My feelings for Paige are deeper than you think!"Caroline mocked, "Aren't you concerned about your parents' feelings anymore?"Alex explained, "I just want to spare Paige from any trouble my parents might cause."Caroline probed, "Are you afraid they won't accept her, or do you lack confidence in Paige?"You might not know her well enough. She doesn't back down in tough situations and despises bullies and lies. You can't shield her for her own good."Evan interjected, "You did something similar, didn't you? You kept me searching for you for five years."Caroline grew furious. "Evan, those are entirely different matters. Please distinguish between them!"Evan stared icily at h

Scott called Caroline shortly after she sent the last text message. He sounded concerned and asked, "Why do you want to visit the Xanders? Do you need me to keep you company? I'm worried Grayson might pose a threat."Caroline couldn't help but chuckle at Scott's anxious tone. "Why are you more anxious than me?"Scott replied, "How can I calm down after hearing Draco's cautionary tale?"Caroline said, "I don't want you to get involved in this."There was a brief silence, and Scott finally asked, "Is it because you think I can't protect you?"Caroline sensed the disappointment in Scott's voice and felt bad. "That's not what I mean, Scott. I'm worried you might face humiliation too."Scott reassured her gently but determinedly, "I'll stand by your side, no matter what."Caroline felt a warm and comforting sensation. 'It's nice to be protected.'She exhaled and said, "Alright, let's go together on Christmas Eve."Scott agreed, "Sure, I'll pick you up."-At Xander Residence.Da

Caroline was getting ready to make dinner for the kids when a young woman stepped out of the kitchen. She had a high ponytail and appeared to be around 20 years old. Her eyes lit up upon seeing Caroline. She flashed a smile, revealing her charming teeth, and said, "Hello, Ms. Shenton! I'm Eira Snow, the nanny Mr. Xander hired."Neil came over from the living room as soon as Eira finished speaking. "You're back, Carol."Caroline was puzzled. "Neil..."Neil chuckled and explained, "I hired a nanny to help you out, Carol. Eira is highly skilled, not just in cooking but also certified in various areas.""Certified? In what?" Caroline was amazed.Neil nodded toward Eira, who went to the foyer and retrieved a card pouch from her backpack. She respectfully handed it to Caroline. "Please take a look, Ms. Shenton."Caroline took the pouch in astonishment and found multiple certification cards inside. Eira was multilingual, a certified teacher, proficient in cooking and nutrition, skilled