Ada, who was listening to their conversation behind the door, was frightened by Carter’s furious questioning, and her face turned pale.

‘If Shirley told the truth, how would I explain myself?’

She anxiously thought. Suddenly, she realized that the study room had become unusually quiet.

Feeling uneasy and curious, Ada leaned closer to the door, her ears practically pressing against it.

She heard a soft “click, ” and the door abruptly swung open.

Carter was standing right in front of Ada, and she turned rigid, unsure of what to do. After a few seconds, she regained her composure and adopted a n awkward demeanor; her face also feigned a gentle smile.

“Carter, I… I was just worried about you. I wasn’t eavesdropping.” Ada smiled forcefully as she tried to explain, but she noticed Carter’s unusually dark expression at the moment.

She intended to peep into the study room to see what was happening with Shirley, but her gaze was met by Carter’s cold, icy stare.

“Car…Carter?”

you are much smarter that

Carter’s word, Ada froze, and

what

I’ve changed my perception of

and her title as Carter’s wife were predicated upon her family ties, hearing it directly from Carter was still

dared to harm my woman

words pierced

the truth, thus, he

no idea what you’re talking about.

laughed coldly. “There’s only one woman I care about, and she’s

Carter to bring up his relationship with Shirley this way. Ada’s heart sank

accept this; her

must control her emotions lest she put herself into a disadvantageous position, so she could only feign sadness,

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255