Chapter 244

Madelyn spoke without holding back, unsure of how many ears were listening.

While she didn’t fully grasp what Forrest had experienced, she knew she must stand firmly by

his side in this moment.

Forrest had risked his life to save her. If he could selflessly protect her, why couldn’t she find the strength to stand up for him? Especially now, when Yvonne had unfairly struck him, causing doubt to cloud his usually confident demeanor.

With her books in hand, Madelyn exited the library alongside Forrest.

Yvonne shouted, “Wait!”

But their steps remained steadfast forward.

“Happy?” Zach’s tone turned frosty, catching Yvonne off guard.

His cold gaze bore into her, sending shivers down her spine. The once-warm library seemed to chill as Yvonne felt an icy atmosphere envelop her. It was a terrifying presence she had never encountered before.

you

said nothing and walked away, his

hurry

car, Yvonne quickly took the passenger seat, fearing

without her.

fastened her seatbelt, but Zach didn’t start the car. He seemed

to help, and yet you didn’t bring her back. Why take your anger out on me?” Her voice trembled slightly,

true?” Her voice barely rose above a whisper, her eyes

his eyes with

heart raced, his voice pulling her

to know. Your family matters aren’t mine to bear. It’s late. Please, let’s

a yawn. There was a subtle shift

on the red mark

handed him an ice pack

give me a heads-up

grabbed her backpack, and laid out her textbooks, Madelyn realized there was still

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