Carter's voice turned icy. "Nonsense. How could I possibly have a girlfriend?"As he spoke, he lifted his gaze, catching Sharon's reflection in the rearview mirror. She was listening intently to Matty, completely oblivious to Xavier's provocative words.Xavier's expression held a teasing edge, his eyes flashing with a look that said: I understand."If you don't have a girlfriend," he pressed, "then whose lipstick is this? A lady friend's, perhaps?""Xavier." Carter's voice dropped to a frigid low. "If you spout any more nonsense, I'll throw you out of my car."Xavier's tone remained maddeningly amused. "Alright, alright, I'll say no more."Just then, Carter's phone rang. He glanced at the screen, his brows knitting, before silencing the call.Five minutes later, it rang again. This time, he muted it without answering.For about ten minutes, the car remained quiet… until the screen lit up once more."Why won't you answer?" Xavier asked."I'm driving," Carter snapped, his tone
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