The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning

Chapter 157

“Leyton, did you manage to see that truck?” Mr. Arnold asked.

Leyton looked down, saying, “I’m sorry. I couldn’t get a good look at it.”

Ethan’s tone turned icy in a flash. “I want the one responsible caught in three days.”

Leyton nodded. “Yes, sir.”

Jadie came over and held Madelyn’s hand, showing concern. “Madelyn, are you okay? Zach and I were planning a birthday party for you at home. If it weren’t for Rosario, neither of us would have known. I missed your last birthday, but not this one. I even got you a gift. But you weren’t around. Maybe we can celebrate the next one together.”

Madelyn’s expression turned distant, and she pulled her hand away. “You don’t need to go through all this trouble. You and Zach should head back. We’ll manage things here on our own.

unwavering gaze on her, but she avoided meeting his eyes completely.

what your dad said? You’re supposed to let me know whenever you run into trouble

driving you home.” He seemed to be holding back his frustration. He had warned Madelyn before he would teach her a lesson if she secretly met Ethan.

behind him. “Don’t worry, Mr. Jardin, I’ll make sure Madelyn gets home safely.”

Madelyn. “Madelyn, be at good

I think I’ll go home with Zach.” She thought to herself, ‘I have no choice now. I won’t be able to escape

Ethan’s eyes. He reached out, gently patting her head, and spoke with a fond tone, “Give me a call once

she turned and headed to Zach’s Audi. Being tactful, she took the rear seat, so

I’ll wait for you in the car…” said Jadie.

the Audi, Madelyn stared out the window, unable to catch the words

and

turned her head, addressing Madelyn curiously. “Madelyn, that guy just now, he treated. you

Madelyn shut her eyes. She dreaded what might transpire once they reached home. She lacked the strength to challenge Zach

and she nervously tucked a strand of hair behind her ear. “I’m sorry! I