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.

the

and the children left, Gregory sighed in relief.

than endure such

upstairs with Jade, he turned around and gasped. Jade and Brandon’s faces turned pale with fear. Their eyes widened in

behind them.

Gregory and Brandon

head in puzzlement, thinking. I haven’t done anything.‘

the living room, the Shentons retreated to their room.

as he exclaimed, “I thought she wasn’t here, and then she suddenly appeared, scaring

his head in frustration “Why

frighten you so much?” Jade

worth as men.

“Mom, weren’t you the

I. I had to use

you!” Gregory berated

criticism is enough. Who are you

have a conversation with you. You’re such a

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retorted. “And who are you to