Jamie was clearly displeased with Ben's attitude.

"You're doubting my sister?" she snapped.

"That's not what I meant," Ben said, rubbing his temples as he realized how poorly he had expressed himself.

But Jamie wasn't in the mood to listen.

"Ben. No, I should call you by your real name, Jack Green. Do you even understand how much she sacrificed for you? How could you doubt her?"

"Jamie, I told you that's not what I meant-"

Jamie cut him off. The joy she had felt just moments ago now felt like someone had dumped cold water over her.

She had come to him, ready to share her excitement, hoping he would help her bring Winnie back.

But Ben's reaction left her utterly disappointed.

The slight thaw in Jamie's attitude over the past few days visibly froze over again. "It's my fault for thinking you'd understand how I feel. I should've known better. Men really can't be relied on."

Ben finally snapped. He grabbed her shoulders, forcing her to face him. "You think I don't understand you? Jamie, what more do you want from me? I love you, not Winnie! And you can't ignore how suspicious her actions are. "Have you even thought about how she managed to fake her death?"

flaring

Ben's expression shifted instantly.

said that. Calm down.

Since you don't want her to come back, I'll find her myself. Thank you for your hospitality during this time." With that, Jamie turned and went upstairs,

had subtly kept her there, and she had been held

was

should have

wanted to stop her but couldn't bring himself to

*

visit, she was surprised not to

Jamie? Didn't you say was staying with you for a

Nina asked, holding Ge

kand

she glanced around the

was stiff. "She left. Just

how sour his mood was.

there something you need? If not, you can leave. There's nothing to see

way to help you. Let me

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