Selena stayed behind at the restaurant for nearly ten minutes before she descended the stairs. Of course, she drove herself there earlier. To avoid any awkward scenes, she had to wait till Jared’s car left before she came down.

In the meantime, that sports car was moving along a busy road. Ellen was momentarily at a loss for words, so the atmosphere inside the car felt rather tense.

“I can tell your cousin isn’t nice to you at all.” Jared broke the silence. “How?” Ellen asked curiously.

“She wasn’t even there to meet her friend for dinner. I reckon she followed us to the restaurant. As your cousin, she didn’t even care about your feelings and continuously neglected you while she bombarded me with topics.”

She blinked in amazement. I can’t believe he noticed that. Then, she forced a smile. “My cousin’s family is the wealthiest among our extended family. She had a better childhood than mine.”

“That’s not a reason for her to belittle you.” He shot her a deep look. Even as an outsider, he could not stand Selena’s behavior toward her. “I’m used to that.” Ellen smiled.

dilapidated building she lived

of this month,” she replied with a smile. At least

She could not help exclaiming in shock, “Is your

“That’s such a coincidence.” “Go home.

as he drove off into the distance before entering her house and switching on the lights. Although this place was run down, to her, it was the most comfortable

at her doorstep. Garrett came out of the car and knocked on her door without saying a word as he glanced at the lit-up

and she immediately rushed over to the door and

drunken voice rang from outside. It was

of seeking help. as she yelled at the door, “Garrett, it’s late now. I’m about to

the door right now and hand me the money. I’ll leave after you do that. If you don’t, I’ll stay right here banging on your door.” Garrett was a rogue and hollered back at

her uncle over for help. However, as she dialed his number, he did not answer the call despite the call being put through. On

recalled Jared, who had left

be able to get you even if you hide inside.” He continued

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