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.

word. As he was about to reach the door, Diana 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

and disappointed, "So you

was just... confused. I didn't know who was more important

up at Connor, "Not

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. I think I was also set up. It was

so much, but Connor seemed

to harm anyone, Uncle Connor. It wasn't intentional just wanted to be sure you cared more about me.

Diana's hand. "I think you misunderstood. From the beginning, I

were clearly heading

taking a shortcut through the

blurred her vision. No wonder in the end, Connor

"Uncle Connor, why couldn't you just lie to

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