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

walked away in the opposite direction, giving her a wave, Catch you after the break.” Madelyn mused,

thoughts, she spotted a familiar car parked beneath a streetlamp. Zach was inside, looking at her. Her heart raced, and she couldn’t help but wonder,

almost suffocating. She buckled her seatbelt and gazed out of the window.

was with Yvonne, not because he was following me?’ The time was past six, and the sky was

have to phrase it like that?” “Did I say something wrong?

look. “My

ways. She thought,’ Mind your own business. You’re trying to secure a marriage alliance with the Young family, but if they find out about your

get married.’ She didn’t feel like talking to him, so she leaned over and

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