Chapter 830

Chapter 830:

News had reached him of Torrie’s early exit and Aliza’s subsequent apology to Carrie, but he had dismissed it as typical tension between an ex-wife and fiancée. The Morrison family’s reputation for fairness had led him to minimize his concerns. Aliza’s silence on the matter had seemed to confirm its insignificance.

Now, however, as Aliza’s accusations hung in the air, his lingering doubts about Carrie transformed into profound revulsion.

“Why did you keep this from me?” he demanded, his voice sharp with newfound coldness.

Kristopher might not remember everything about Aliza, but in the time he had spent with her, one thing was clear—she wasn’t the type to keep grievances to herself. If she had truly suffered such humiliation, why hadn’t she mentioned it before? After all, he had assumed it was nothing more than minor friction between two women—something not worth his involvement.

But he hadn’t expected Carrie to be this awful.

Aliza’s face transformed into a mask of martyred devotion. “I wanted to protect our happiness, to shield you from any conflict with the Morrison family. All I’ve ever wanted was to be with you, nothing more.”

flicker of guilt

impatient when taking care of someone else. But wasn’t the fact that she tried—even when it clearly wasn’t in her nature—proof of how much she cared? She was willing to change herself for him. She was doing

darkened. Carrie’s acting was too good—so good that he had almost been

There was nothing between them.

thought, his expression toward

in his eyes,

into a self-deprecating, cold smile. Just moments ago, he had been leaning into her touch, seeking comfort from her presence. But now,

jealous? That she’d misunderstand? If he loved Aliza so much, then why had he just been asking about

her chin up, her voice sharp

you’re mistaken. This isn’t Herrera family property—it’s a public place. I have every right to be here. Running into Mr. Norris was purely by chance. He was standing under the scorching sun and nearly fainted, so

tugging at her lips. “Miss Herrera, if you care so much about your fiancé, then

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