She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 358:

Frederick’s resolve faltered at those words.

In that moment, he was no longer the cheerful, carefree companion always seen by Freya’s side. A shadow of seriousness fell over his youthful features, marking a sudden, striking maturity.

He locked eyes with Kristian, his voice laced with conviction. “Freya’s not going to do anything. She knows exactly the kind of man I am. Even if something does happen, she’ll believe in me—because we’re friends.”

The seven of them had never wavered in their faith in one another. Their bond ran deep, built on years of unwavering loyalty and trust. They teased, laughed, and messed around, but when it really mattered, they had each other’s backs without question.

Frederick interjected, his tone earnest, “If your affection for Freya is genuine, you should honor her wishes.”

He regarded Kristian critically, seeing him as somewhat foolish in matters of the heart. “If you can’t manage that, then at least stop dragging her into your mess and causing her pain.”

aura enveloped Kristian, his demeanor turning frosty. He shot back, a hint of challenge in his voice. “And on what grounds

friend of Freya’s,” Frederick answered without skipping a

into a thin line. Deep down, he knew he couldn’t just walk away from Freya—not until he resolved the turmoil of

pressed on, “I’m aware of the strains between you and Freya. How

sank in, igniting a flicker of

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in a room with your

voice firm, “No. I know exactly the

the conversation drew to a close. Kristian offered Frederick a deep, unreadable look, then stood and exited without another

intensity that Kristian exuded was just too overwhelming for him.

group. “Freya, I

call from Melvin. Earlier, when she had tried reaching him, he was swamped and had merely texted her to wait.