Lena held the bag tightly in her hand. Beside her, Chris felt that something was wrong and turned to give her a concerned and serious look.

“I didn’t…”

“I know.” He held her hand firmly. “It’s okay. I’ll accompany you to explain it.”

“There’s no need for an explanation at all,” Lena whispered. “Renee framed me! I haven’t done anything wrong. Even if the police come, I won’t admit to it!”

“Lenny…” Chris looked pained. “But it’s best not to blow this out of proportion for now. It’s Aunt Cordelia’s birthday today, and Renee is Toph’s fiancee. If we make a scene, you won’t gain anything and will have to endure everyone’s criticism—”

“I’m not afraid!”

“Lenny!” Chris held her shoulder. “I know you’re not afraid of gossip, but aren’t you afraid of being misunderstood by Lina?”

Lena froze, her gaze slowly dimming.Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated For All Books Updates…

Lina had the power to influence Lena. As her boyfriend, Chris accepted his role humbly, willing to be second to Lina

whispered in her ear. “But now isn’t the time for a head-on confrontation. We

Lena looked at him.

shone with trust and determination

the whole world condemned her,

at him. For the first time in her life, she had a pair of strong arms as her

alarmed Cordelia, Zephyr, and the other elders. They all gathered around, asking about

Toph, crying while continuously

think we should call

side-eyed him. “It’s your mother’s birthday, and you want to call the

“But that ring…”

his father. He then turned to Toph and spoke softly.

paused briefly. Suddenly, Renee gently nudged

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