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

the children left, Gregory sighed

endure such fear.”

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

behind them.

in terror and fled while Gregory and Brandon hurriedly retreated with

puzzlement, thinking.

to muster the courage to stay in the living room,

exclaimed, “I thought she wasn’t here, and then she suddenly appeared, scaring me half to death.”

his head in frustration “Why didn’t she

to frighten you so much?”

worth as men.

weren’t you the first to run away?”

had to use

actress, aren’t you!” Gregory

snapped, “Our son’s criticism is enough. Who are

“I can’t even have a conversation with you. You’re

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“And who are you to call