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.

no need. I already know who's behind the rumor," Freya said, her

nerves shot

bring them in to ensure justice for you, Ms.

was eager to find the rumor monger and relieved that their actions hadn't caused Freya harm. Otherwise,

you owe me an apology?" Freya's eyes fixed on the

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

being a Dawson heiress meant no trivial matter. Mrs. Simmons dared not clash with Freya

arranging

it's getting late, and this place hardly seems fitting. How about I arrange a luxury suite in a hotel for you? Staying here is beneath you," the chief

demeanor markedly improved from

their first encounter.

status really

Brennan. I'm fine here. Perhaps you should focus on better training your deputies to prevent them