Chapter 36 What Was Once Precious Is Now Meaningless

It seemed that Ava was still proficient in twisting the truth.

“These are

Ignoring her sister, Chloe placed a bag on the table and said in a flat tone, all the jewelry and clothes you gave me. The dolls and such are at the Johnsons’.”

Ava grabbed Chloe’s hand and asked worriedly, “Where have you been staying the past few days?”

“Does it matter?”

“I asked Em and she said you haven’t been at her place.” Ava bit her lip, her voice thick with concern. “You should come. It’s not safe for a girl to stay outside alone.”

Jake knew a thing or two about Chloe’s involvement with an older man and a mixture of disdain and disappointment filled his heart. On one hand, he felt responsible for her downfall, but on the other, he felt she should not just give up on herself even though their relationship did not work out.

“Ava’s right. It’s not right for a girl to be alone. Go back home,” Jake chimed in and said in a preachy tone.

there something wrong with you

audacious of them to interfere

say such a thing? We’re just worried about you,”

her innocent eyes, almost writing “Mind your own

Chloe did not give her the chance and interjected, “I’ve returned your things. Please

speaking,

Jake’s angry voice came from behind

the cafe and aimlessly wandered around the vicinity, knowing Joseph would arrive soon. After walking for a while, she estimated that he would be back soon, so she turned back

had given her by the roadside. Ava even offered a tissue to Jake to wipe his hands with

the past being tossed away so nonchalantly, she felt as

grievance surged through Chloe’s heart, overwhelming her and making it

and Ava had already left in

over to the scattered trinkets on the ground. There were rings, keychains, and the necklace that Jake had personally woven for her. She picked them up one by one, handling

Joseph sat inside and observed her intently.

her main goal to become Joseph’s real wife. She composed herself and looked around before fishing

When are you coming over?” she asked.

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