At the event that day, some people were bold enough to question Ben directly to his face. It was no surprise that, in his absence, they felt free to make unpleasant comments to Jamie instead, leaving her to deal with it alone.

Ben held Jamie's hand, his gaze soft and full of care.

"After everything we've been through to get here, you should understand how determined I am to protect you," he said gently, his voice steady and soothing. "If anything happens to you, you have to tell me. If you don't, how am I supposed to know? I can't let you suffer in silence."

Jamie nodded. "I know. I promise. But I really just want to use this opportunity to prove myself."

How could she not? If she didn't prove herself now, when would she?

Her goal was to stand alongside Ben for the long haul.

"And what exactly will proving yourself through working with her accomplish? Jamie, you need to understand that as long as you're with me, you don't need to-"

finish, Jamie placed her hand over his lips, stopping

Her resolve was clear.

Jamie said, her tone calm yet firm. "But let me explain. Lila looks down on

Her intentions were straightforward.

that some people's negative opinions can't be changed, no matter what you do. All you need

prejudice against Jamie, and his father now doted on

constant judgment from others. Jamie wanted to put an end

don't need to try

it, I'll drive you

"Alright," Jamie replied simply.

Charlie, Jamie went over her preparations again. She was well aware that Lila would likely make things difficult

start. What

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