Chapter 269

Evan's quick reflexes saved the day once again. Before Tarquin could even catch a glimpse of who was there, Evan had already darted into the little cubicle.

Tarquin, puzzled, turned to Elliot, "Who were you talking to just now?"

Elliot, clutching his small hands, let his deep eyes roll around before calming down and countering, "Did you come here to read me the riot act, Dad?" He knew very well that Evan's antics would not have gone unnoticed by Tarquin.

Before Tarquin could reply, Elliot went on, "What's done is done. I'll stand by my actions and won't drag you into this. If the Bradfords have a bone to pick, they can come at me."

Tarquin looked at him with a complex expression, "I'm not here to reprimand you. Are you hurt?"

Elliot was skeptical. Evan had caused such a mess, and Tarquin wasn't angry?

It seemed he had a soft spot for Elijah.

Elliot answered, "I'm fine."

you sneak out of the bathroom? I was outside the whole time and didn't

let me go, so I changed

and then at the clothes on the floor,

to Grandpa later. Didn't want

moment before asking, "When did you

"Today."

did you get it? You don't like

"Elysia gave it to me. She thought my clothes were too mature and not lively enough. She wanted me to try a new style. I had this

wearing a suit under your

sportswear

momentarily speechless, feeling something was off but couldn't pinpoint what exactly. He decided to believe Elliot's explanation for now and asked,

because of me. I had to stand up for her! Otherwise, the Bradfords might think Elysia's an easy target without anyone

"Who told you Allegra was behind the attempt on Elysia?

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