After what had happened, it was absolutely impossible for Betty to stay in Solana City any longer.

However, Jasper was still wearing a frown.

He called Landon as soon as he left Seaview Manor, but there was no answer.

This situation was rare in their nearly 20 years of friendship, so it made him feel uneasy.

That evening, Alyssa brought out the teddy bear cake that Cyrus had sent to share with Lauren.

In the warmly lit room, Alyssa brought the cake to Lauren. Her eyes were filled with affection as she said, “Lauren, try this cake. It arrived in the morning, and I’ve been craving it but couldn’t bear to eat it. I’ve been waiting to share it with you.”

Lauren’s slender body leaned against the head of the bed. Her fair and tender face appeared pale and gaunt. It was a heartbreaking sight.

“Alyssa, eat if you want to. You don’t have to wait for me.”

“No way. This was

bought it for

Alyssa hesitated slightly.

hesitation, Lauren gently asked, “Was

bought it for you.” Now that it had been revealed, she had no

“Has Cyrus visited?”

came all this way. Why didn’t you

go back

and thank him for me?”

a hint of bitterness welled up in

had no appetite. She barely ate dinner just

bite, swallowing them down. The corners of her eyes, which were

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