Forrest stayed quiet, his response already clear. Madelyn explained, “I went to the Arnold residence because I thought the Arnolds’ influence might protect me.”

She pondered, ‘The day Ethan brings his ex-girlfriend back from abroad will be my cue to leave the Arnold residence. At that point, Father will probably still believe there’s a connection between Ethan and me, so he won’t act against me immediately. But later, when he realizes I can’t be a pawn to win favor with the Arnold family, he’ll sacrifice me to benefit the Jent family.’

Forrest gazed at her thoughtfully and remarked, “You’re only half right!” He knew that Ethan genuinely cared for Madelyn. Otherwise, Ethan wouldn’t have pushed him out of the Arnold residence.

Forrest smirked slightly, thinking, Looks like George didn’t spill all the beans about what happened between Ethan and his ex. There’s no chance of them getting back together.’

asking, “What do you mean?” “You’ll figure it out when he gets back. “Forrest paused, then added, “But be cautious. If he finds out you’re using him, well…” He trailed off, not

after the break.”

in her thoughts, she spotted a familiar car parked beneath a streetlamp. Zach was inside, looking at her. Her heart raced, and

into Zach’s car. The atmosphere in the car was heavy, almost suffocating. She buckled her seatbelt and gazed out of the window. The journey passed in silence, but

he was following me?’ The time was past six, and the sky was

it like that?” “Did I say something

shot him an angry look. “My relationship with him isn’t what you’re

own business. You’re trying

you two get married.’ She didn’t feel like talking to him, so she leaned over and switched on the car radio

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