Chapter 11

Gavin and Laura had already heard about everything Shawn had been through from Hilary.They were already heartbroken, and hearing Shawn's choked-up voice pushed them over the edge.The three of them hugged tightly.Hilary stopped just before stepping inside and quietly stepped back out.Shawn had always thought of himself as a strong person who rarely cried.But in Gavin's and Laura's arms, he felt like he could finally let himself be vulnerable.Gavin was the first to regain his composure. His expression turned serious. "Shawn, what's in the past is in the past. I'll make sure you get justice for everything you have been through."Anyone who dares to mess with my family won't get away with it, no matter who they are!"Laura added, "That's right, Shawn. We're the richest family in Harborton. We'll never let anyone hurt you again!"After hearing their comforting words, Shawn finally felt lighter.Seeing that, Hilary finally came back inside.Gavin and Laura were deeply grat

Chapter 12

Jenna was shocked when she learned that Shawn had gone to Harborton.Why would he go to a city he barely knew? Was he planning to go to college in that city?But the college application deadline had already passed.Shawn had only applied to one second-rate college. There was no way he could be studying in Harborton!Before Jenna could make sense of it, her assistant on the phone continued. "Ms. Sharp, we've pulled screenshots from the security footage and Mr. Jamison's flight number."We've sent them to your email."After hanging up, Jenna opened her email. There was a flight number for a flight from Kingstown to Harborton.There was also a photo attached.When she opened it, she froze.The photo clearly showed Shawn being held tightly by an unfamiliar woman.Jenna tightened her grip on her phone, her expression turning frighteningly dark.Who was this woman?Jenna had never seen her before in Kingstown.How did Shawn know her? What sort of relationship did they have?The

Chapter 13

"Human trafficking?" Jenna furrowed her brows and stepped forward to explain to the officers. "Is there some kind of misunderstanding?"How could Leonard possibly be involved in human trafficking? He just finished the SAT and was accepted into Velmont University."Are you sure you don't have the wrong person?"The officer ignored her and turned to the trembling Leonard. "Leonard, the people you hired have been arrested. "According to their statements, you were the mastermind. You're coming with us."Leonard went pale and turned to look at Jenna. "Jenna…"Jenna couldn't believe the officers would dismiss her so easily, even knowing she was a member of the Sharp family."I'm sure there's been a misunderstanding. Leonard has a bright future ahead of him," she said. "Taking him away in front of the entire school will reflect badly on him."If there's an issue, you can tell me first. I'm with the Sharp family—"The officer coldly cut her off. "Ms. Sharp, this is a police investiga

Chapter 14

Leonard seemed to have nothing left to lose."You kept saying you loved me, and that your relationship with Shawn was nothing but an act. Do you think I'm blind?" he screamed at the top of his lungs. "You think I couldn't tell? You fell for him a long time ago!"Jenna stood frozen, as if she had just heard something impossible.She liked Shawn? How could that be?She had never planned to take him seriously from the start!Leonard scoffed. "That scum! He took everything from me! I was supposed to be the one everyone admired. "I was meant to be Westcreek High's valedictorian. That spot at Velmont University belonged to me!"Even you, Jenna. You were supposed to be mine!"Leonard's face twisted into an ugly grin. "But ever since Shawn showed up, he's taken everything from me. My honors, my ranking, and even my girlfriend. He took it all!"How could I just accept that?"His gaze turned vicious. "It's too bad that alcohol allergy didn't kill him! How did he get so lucky? I never

Chapter 15

Jenna had just gotten off the plane from Kingstown. Where would she have gotten another plane ticket?She insisted on going inside, still calling out Shawn's name.The commotion caught Gavin's and Laura's attention."Excuse me. What is your relationship with Shawn?" Laura stepped forward and asked out of curiosity.Shawn?Jenna frowned at the woman's endearing tone when she said Shawn's name."May I ask who you are?" Jenna asked.Laura introduced herself. "I'm Shawn's mom. I heard you calling his name, so I came over to ask."Jenna's eyes widened.This was Shawn's mother? But wasn't he an orphan?How could he have a mother?Suddenly, Jenna froze as she remembered what Shawn had said before."My parents are the richest people in Harborton. I don't need money!"Could Shawn have been telling the truth?"Ma'am, I'm Shawn's classmate," Jenna spoke slowly. "But I heard Shawn was an orphan. He only had his grandmother, and she died before the SAT."When Laura heard that Jenna w

Chapter 16

"Jenna, you're absolutely disgusting!" His voice was cold and cutting, each word cutting straight through her heart.Her cheek quickly swelled and reddened, but she wasn't angry. Instead, she grabbed his hand and begged him desperately."I get it! I know. I just want to stay by your side and make up for what I did!" Jenna humbled herself, her voice hoarse and pleading.For the first time, Shawn saw Jenna as small and insignificant.She had pretended to be poor before, but she had never once let herself appear weak. He never imagined she would completely cast aside her pride like this.But Shawn felt nothing. He simply stared at her as if she were nothing more than a pile of trash."Jenna, you were the one who said we were never dating. So who are you putting on this act for now?" he asked. "I already wished you and Leonard well. What more do you want from me?"Jenna froze.She looked up at him. Her eyes were bloodshot and had dark circles beneath them."Shawn, I'm sorry. I was