Chapter 20

Matthew frowned. Martin seemed to have bought into Brandon's words, which could complicate things.

"Mr. Carter, please let me explain. He attacked me first. I had to defend myself," Matthew explained.

Martin's expression remained stern. "Why would he attack first? Clearly, he saw something suspicious in you. Now, tell me, where is your family from?"

Rachel tried to intervene. "Dad, I've already told you about Matthew. Why are you asking again?"

Martin shot her a glare. "Be quiet!"

"Okay..." Rachel then fell silent, frowning. Her eyes were filled with concern.

lives in Silverbrook Village, located in the Brackenridge district of

eyebrow with a hint of

nodded. "Yes, a rural

"A country

his head in disappointment and turned abruptly to Rachel. "I've told you before, Rachel! You should only date someone from Khoitwood. No one from outside Khoitwood, especially not some

She glanced sympathetically at Matthew and

Matthew and whispered, "Don't be upset. Let's

expression darkened. He had never felt ashamed of his roots, but Martin's disapproving

insisted, Matthew

courtyard, Martin whirled around, shouting, "Who

contain his anger. He had been tolerant, but being denied entry was the last straw. He turned and

someone like you can just walk into the

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