Chapter 670:

“I don’t,” Marina stammered, her voice faltering as she bit her lip. She struggled to find an explanation that wouldn’t make her seem foolish or petty. If she admitted she’d thought Carrie was Reece’s lover, she’d only embarrass herself further, revealing not just her jealousy but also her lack of tact.

She couldn’t embarrass herself like that.

Nearby, hidden among the crowd, Aliza let out a relieved sigh. Marina hadn’t implicated her. Sensing her window to escape, Aliza quietly slipped through a side door.

None of the staff would speak against her—she’d made sure of that. As long as she denied any involvement, no one could trace this back to her.

Reece turned to Carrie, his tone softening. “I shouldn’t have brought you here today. Let’s go. I’ll take you home.”

“Reece…” Kyson started, his voice hesitant. He wanted to persuade Reece to stay, but the words caught in his throat.

and the Websters. Moreover, he had just begun to connect with Carrie.

mustering her courage, stepped forward. Her voice was soft but steady as she said, “I’m sorry. This was my

now, it might seem like we’re being unreasonable.” Her voice carried a measured warmth as she added, “It’s my first time in Isonridge, and Mr. Webster helped me the other day. Ms. Webster and I… well, we’ve gotten to know each other

accept Marina’s apology, her words served as an olive

this, felt a faint sense of relief mixed

hesitated before asking softly, “Are you really Reece’s cousin? Our families have known each other for years. Where did Reece

a resigned sigh, he answered, “I should’ve explained better. She’s my granduncle’s

through the crowd. “Granduncle?” The term seemed to mean

he began, his

with whispers

so young, in his twenties. How

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