Diana had finally come to terms with the situation.

First off, Connor was right there with her, showing the same care as always. Secondly, she figured that since this was a live show, Claire would have to think twice before doing anything too crazy. Connor's face didn't soften a bit. In fact, he looked even more serious. Diana sensed something was off.

Carefully, she asked, "Uncle Connor, did you come to see me for another reason?"

Connor didn't beat around the bush, "Why would you do something like that?"

Diana's face went stiff for a moment. Then she tried to play dumb, "Uncle Connor, what are you talking about?"

"Let me give you another chance, Diana. If you're not going to be honest with me, then just forget I said anything. But don't come crying later!"

Connor's gaze was fixed on Diana, sharp and cold like a dagger. It was the first time she'd seen him look at her like that. Her heart pounded like a drum. It felt like her secret was out.

Her mind was a mess, but she didn't know where to start. She just stood there, frozen.

suddenly ran over and hugged him from behind. "Uncle Connor, I'm sorry. Please

gave me a small jar of jelly beans. He said the horses at the ranch get more spirited if they eat these candies. He told me if

icy and disappointed, "So you fed Chloe's horse these candies?

to hurt her. I was just... confused. I didn't know

at Connor, "Not

have fed my own horse the same candies. I thought they would only make the horses a bit more spirited. I didn't realize it would be this serious, that they would go mad.

much, but Connor seemed

cared more about me. When I found out something had happened, and you were the first one to come after me, I regretted it.

shook off Diana's hand. "I think you misunderstood.

you were clearly heading in my direction. I saw the

taking a shortcut through

nearly broke Diana. Tears blurred her vision. No

could no longer deceive herself, "Uncle Connor, why couldn't you just lie to

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