Chapter 395

"I won't," Sarah said firmly, her tone heavy with authority. "But you should think carefully about the difference between being the mastermind and just an accomplice. This isn't just about a lighter sentence."

"I'll talk!" Charlotte finally broke down.

"Tell me. I'll handle the rest myself."

Charlotte closed her eyes, her shoulders trembling. "It was Vivian. It was her!" she confessed.

"So, Lucy was the first scapegoat, and you're the second?" Sarah asked, her suspicions confirmed. Things were clearly far more complicated than they seemed, but with just a few pointed questions, she had her answers.

Charlotte nodded slowly. "That's... how it seems."

Meanwhile, Steven had been feeling uneasy for days, the reason being Scarlett. Maybe it was because of her sudden boyfriend, or perhaps it was the questions she had asked him-questions he couldn't answer.

and Scarlett had shared an unusual encounter. Lately, he had been returning there almost compulsively, as though he were drawn to it by

toward the corner. To his

he approached. There was a bottle of liquor on the table

He didn't

him, stunned. "What are you

drink," he repeated, his voice low and resolute,

sharp. She gave him a shove, frustrated. Of all people, the last one she wanted to


his deep gaze unwavering,

If you're here to have fun, drink, or whatever, then go

questions, made it obvious he didn't care about her,

wouldn't leave her alone. He never answered her questions, clearly

to engage. She picked up the bottle

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255