The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 316

After a long, uneasy silence, someone finally broke the ice.

"No, no, it wasn't me. I heard it from someone else!"

"Nor was it me. Who knows who started it during the day? Everyone just went along with it!"

"I never imagined she was the Dawson heiress. Whoever started this rumor is despicable!"

The neighbors passed the blame quickly, distancing themselves from the rumor.

"Ms. Dawson, please leave it to me. I assure you, within three, no, two days, I'll have a satisfactory answer for you," the chief stated with unwavering confidence.

At that moment, Freya's gaze landed on Kara, who squirmed uncomfortably under her scrutiny.

need. I already know who's behind

nerves shot

in to ensure justice for you, Ms.

the rumor monger and relieved that their

owe me an apology?" Freya's

discovered Freya's identity, she had been too stunned to speak. Realizing Freya expected an apology, she quickly responded, "I'm sorry, Ms. Dawson. I had no idea about your background. Had I known, I would've never treated you this way. I'm sorry. I'll return all your

matter. Mrs. Simmons dared not clash with Freya any longer.

belongings, neatly arranging them in the

getting late, and this place hardly seems fitting. How about I arrange a luxury

demeanor markedly improved from

their first encounter.

status really

Chief Brennan. I'm fine here. Perhaps you should focus on better training your