Chapter 157

“Leyton, did you manage to see that truck?” Mr. Arnold asked.

Leyton looked down, saying, “I’m sorry. I couldn’t get a good look at it.”

Ethan’s tone turned icy in a flash. “I want the one responsible caught in three days.”

Leyton nodded. “Yes, sir.”

Jadie came over and held Madelyn’s hand, showing concern. “Madelyn, are you okay? Zach and I were planning a birthday party for you at home. If it weren’t for Rosario, neither of us would have known. I missed your last birthday, but not this one. I even got you a gift. But you weren’t around. Maybe we can celebrate the next one together.”

Madelyn’s expression turned distant, and she pulled her hand away. “You don’t need to go through all this trouble. You and Zach should head back. We’ll manage things here on our own.

her, but she avoided meeting

chimed in, his voice firm. “Let’s not involve Mr. Arnold in our family issues. Remember what your dad said? You’re supposed to let

before driving you home.” He seemed to be holding back his frustration. He had warned Madelyn before he would teach her a lesson if she

pulled Madelyn to behind him. “Don’t worry, Mr.

ignoring Ethan’s words. His gaze remained fixed on Madelyn. “Madelyn, be at good

behind Ethan and said, “Ethan… I think I’ll go home with Zach.” She thought to herself, ‘I have

patting her head, and spoke with

a quiet “Sure,” before she turned and headed to Zach’s

I’ll wait for you in the car…”

Audi, Madelyn stared out the window, unable to catch

between Zach and Ethan.

turned her head, addressing Madelyn curiously. “Madelyn, that guy just now, he treated. you differently.

transpire once they reached home. She lacked the strength to challenge

tucked a strand of hair behind her ear. “I’m sorry! I was just concerned about

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