It was like someone smashed open a jar full of secrets right in front of me–panic, confusion, and fear all came flooding in at once.

I stared at Jared, stunned. Those eyes of his, always so deep and sharp, looked right through me, just like they always did.

But I snapped back fast, throwing on a sarcastic smile. “You must’ve got it wrong. There’s nothing between me and him.”

On the outside, I looked totally calm, even though inside I was freaking out.

No one in their right mind would ever tie me to Edward, especially since he’s Uncle Ryan.

That connection was both a dangerous boundary and the very thing that proved there was nothing between us.

“Is that so?” Jared replied with a question of his own, dodging mine completely.

He didn’t bother to show any evidence–just tossed the question right back at me. That old fox, with two lifetimes of experience, was as cunning as ever.

My expression turned cold as I said, clearly annoyed, “You just said you wouldn’t meddle in my business, so why are you butting in again? Jared, I’ve made up my mind.”

Jared froze, his face stiffening. “What decision?”

know

for support. There was a hint

never expected you to forgive me, but… Victoria, before

away

from me…”

fidgeting with my fingers. “At least it proves

aren’t.”

lifetimes has made me understand you even more. Kindness is just who you are. Even though

snapped. I didn’t want to hear any more of his regretful talk–it all just sounded so fake

dropped the subject, pulled up a chair, and sat right next to me. He leaned

right now,” I said, getting up and

and gently pulled

to shake him off, angry, but his

for a while. Let’s talk a bit more,” Jared said,

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Chapter 497

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