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.

but she avoided

our family issues. Remember what your dad said? You’re supposed to let me know whenever you run into

with Mr. Arnold before driving you home.” He seemed to

him. “Don’t worry, Mr. Jardin, I’ll

fixed on Madelyn. “Madelyn, be at good girl, okay? Get in the

I think I’ll go home with Zach.” She thought to herself, ‘I have no

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

Zach’s Audi. Being

in the car…” said

stared out the window, unable to catch the words exchanged

Zach and Ethan.

guy just now, he treated. you differently.

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

strand of hair behind her ear. “I’m sorry! I

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