Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run

Chapter 272

Naomi's heart twisted with pain. Being mistaken for someone else in bed by a man was a blow that cut deep.

"Quinn, maybe it's time to let go of Simon," her mom suggested softly. "I can help you find someone who truly appreciates you."

Quinn's eyes flashed with a mix of emotions. "Find someone suitable for me? Where are you going to find that? Do you really think my life is over? This mess is all Simon's doing! He chased after me, and now he's embarrassed and has tossed me aside. No one in our circle wants to be seen with me. Unless Dylan shows interest, I'll never regain any respect."

As she spoke, a fierce resolve blazed in her eyes. Dylan was well-respected, and if he were to choose her, no one would dare disrespect her again.

Ryan, who had been listening nearby, couldn't hold back any longer. He stood up abruptly. "Quinn, you're kidding yourself. Even without these rumors, Dylan would never go for you! Do you even know who he is? You've got no grip on reality!"

a fit of rage. "He can be into Clara, that tramp, but not me? It's just because I haven't had a chance to show him what I'm made

Quinn

any fault in her thinking. The idea of Dylan choosing Clara over her made her want to tear everything down. The man she desired was infatuated with someone she couldn't stand. It was a

she couldn't find happiness,

Ryan stormed upstairs, unwilling to hear

Naomi. "Mom, help me, please. When Anna visits the Bradfords, swipe her phone and use Dad's situation to keep her

she smashed a glass on the

She knew Anna was right-Dylan wasn't just any guy. Countless women in the city were