Trapped in Love

Chapter 279 I’d Rather Not Eat

Caroline expected the Shentons to enjoy the day outside, but to her surprise, they returned home by noon. They walked in just as she was about to leave for lunch with the children.

Jade wore an overly cheerful expression as if something remarkable had occurred. Her outfit, a colorful mishmash from yesterday’s shopping spree, made her look rather absurd

Upon noticing Caroline’s departure, Jade greeted her, asking, “Are you heading out?”

Caroline said nonchalantly, “Would you like to join us?”

Before Jade could reply, Gregory intervened, stating firmly, “No, we won’t be joining you.”

He refused to go because he didn’t want to encounter Jamie. He was convinced she was hiding in

Caroline’s car, even though he hadn’t actually seen her.

and instructed the driver, “Let’s go.”

the children left, Gregory sighed in relief.

endure such fear.”

Brandon’s faces

behind them.

fled while Gregory and Brandon hurriedly retreated

her head in puzzlement,

to muster the courage to stay in the living room, the Shentons retreated to their room.

wasn’t here, and then she suddenly appeared, scaring me

in frustration “Why didn’t she eat out

enough to frighten you so much?” Jade glared at

worth as men.

weren’t you the

had to use the

aren’t you!” Gregory berated

son’s criticism is enough. Who are you to berate

anger intensified. “I can’t even have a

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retorted. “And who are you to call me a shrew?”