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.

family lives in Silverbrook Village, located in the Brackenridge district of Lambda

with a hint of disdain. "A rural

"Yes, a

face. "A country boy, huh? No

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

speaking. She glanced sympathetically at Matthew and sighed, then

up to Matthew and whispered,

darkened. He had never felt ashamed of his roots,

Rachel insisted, Matthew

he stepped into the courtyard, Martin whirled around, shouting, "Who said you could

his anger. He had been tolerant, but being denied

think someone like you can just walk into the Carter residence?

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