Facade of Love

Chapter 191 Stirring Up Trouble

I barely dodged as the girl lunged at me, but before I could stumble, strong arms wrapped around my waist from behind and yanked me back. The girl who had been barreling towards me tumbled to the ground with a thud.

“Ouch!” she cried out from the ground, clearly in pain.

I spun around to see my rescuer and found myself staring up at Idris, who was easily a foot taller than me. He was poering down with concern. “You good?” he asked,

His jaw was set in a determined line, and I quickly nodded, stepping away from his hold. “Thanks,” I managed to say.

He seemed a bit miffed by my quick retreat and the awkwardness between us. He frowned and glanced over at the girl who was still picking herself up.

With a subtle cue, he motioned to Ensio, who stepped forward to help her up.

The girl’s eyes darted from me to Idris, glaring at me for one second and then looking totally thrown off the next second when she saw him. She froze, and before she could even process her surprise,

blurted out, “Iddy?”

I blinked, surprised by the familiarity. Did they know each other?

Idris just gave her a cool look and a slight frown. “Christina?” he asked, seemingly detached.

She bobbed her head eagerly, her eyes lighting up. “Iddy, I can’t believe you remember me!” Then, as if a thought struck her, she asked, “Are you here to talk business with my dad?”

Idris did not answer her question. Instead, he turned to me, seeing my confused expression, and explained, “She’s my sister–in–law’s cousin. She’s been to the old manor a couple of times.”

to process that. Emily’s cousin, huh? I hardly ever visited the old manor, so not recognizing her made sense. I gave a small nod, still piecing it

group of men approached from the other

was all smiles as

gave a nod and a friendly,

the mention of his name. That was Jack Zanier, the big shot who was always on the Lake

but in the hushed

and caught sight of Christina looking all kinds

Stiming

hide his shock. “Christina, what in the world happened to you?

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as day. His voice

now. She turned, pointed straight at me, and sobbed,

hit

stare slid my way. The guy was mad, and even though he kept his cool, it was downright scary. Before I could even flinch at

surprised, then looked up to see Idris’s broad

the move, his frown deepened, but the rage in his face eased up a bit. His tone was a touch

and I could not detect any hint of emotion as he spoke, “This is my wife Yvette, Mr. Zanier. I only arrived myself before you did,

hinting that Jack should tread

moved to stand by his side. With a steady voice, I faced Jack and said, “Hello Mr. Zanier, I’m

was my doing.”

a look at Idris next to me. Lowering his voice, he turned to me and asked, “Ms. Scott,

going to be, kiddo? You want to tell him,

should I?”