Chapter 42

Earlier at Alvarez Residence, Celine had a hunch that Carly was behind the incident. Celine had been tricking Carly into talking so Adam could hear the story for himself.

He hung up and lifted his gaze at Celine.

Her gaze was detached as she smirked. “Mr. Alvarez, I’m sorry to disappoint you, but that picture was sent by Carly.”

Adam frowned and said nothing.

Celine tried to walk away, but Adam suddenly grabbed her arm when she passed by. She instinctively pushed him away, not wanting to have any physkal contact with him. *Your grandmother fainted from anger when you lett. She even called out your name in her sleep. You should pay her a visit when you’re free,” advised Celine before leaving.

Leo approached, saying softly, “Looks like Mrs. Alvarez misunderstood you, Mr. Alvarez. You never believed Carly’s words.

“In fact, you have been standing by the door the entire time. You would’ve heard the whole conversation even if she didn’t call you.”

he would never simply believe one side

talk in private. However, he had been standing by the door,

Adam thought her smart for calmly

a lesson, Carly had given herself

I think Mrs. Alvarez isn’t as simple as we

to Celine. To him, she was nothing but a pretty lady. That day, however, made

He was intrigued by the woman

around, Adam ordered, “Let’s

Carly will surely call you if she can’t find you later,” reminded Leo. However, he immediately shut his mouth when he saw the stern look on Adam’s face Carly had taken advantage of Adam’s affection for her and crossed his line. The incident would make Adam angry for some time. Yet, Carly was still gloating, oblivious

by the time Celine returned to

Celine said sweetly, “Grandma,

scared me

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