Trapped in Love

Caroline gazed at Evan intently.

Why doesn’t he just spill the beans all at once instead of making me ask questions one at a time? On the other hand, why did Evan decide not to report it to the police? she thought.

Caroline pondered the dynamics within the Jordan family.

Moments later, her eyes grew calm. “Reporting it to the police could cause irreparable harm to MK. Additionally, your father’s shares won’t be passed down to you. I support your idea,” she assured.

Evan seemed grateful as he delicately brushed away a stray strand of Caroline’s hair. He softly asked, “Do

you know what I appreciate most about you?”

Caroline blushed and looked away. “I don’t.”

Evan smirked. “You’re considerate. You could certainly handle your father’s murderer through legal

channels, but you chose to step back for my sake.”

Caroline was taken aback. “I didn’t choose to step back, but I believe that if you can do this for me, why

can’t I wait a little longer for you?”

stood up. I’m going to

to leave, Evan gently grabbed her wrist and pulled her into his

the familiar scent of pine

yet,

her face, which he had

he said, leaning in to kiss Caroline.

went weak as Evan skillfully

echoed

from outside. “Ms. Shenton, Mr. Wilson is here.”

turned their attention

he come at this time? Caroline was surprised.

grip on Caroline, and his expression soured. “Tell the bodyguard to inform him

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must have something important to discuss if he’s here at this hour. I’ll go’downstairs to find out

usually come at this time?

I need to go downstairs,” Caroline replied as