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.

but she

not involve Mr. Arnold in our family issues. Remember what your dad said? You’re supposed to let me know whenever you run into

girls, get in the car. I’ll have a quick word with Mr. Arnold before driving you home.” He seemed to be holding back his frustration. He

behind him. “Don’t worry, Mr. Jardin, I’ll make sure

gaze remained fixed on Madelyn. “Madelyn, be at good girl, okay? Get in the car.”

herself, ‘I have no choice now. I won’t be able to escape Zach’s control for now as long as

out, gently patting her head, and spoke with

quickly nodded, her response a quiet “Sure,” before she turned and headed to Zach’s Audi. Being tactful, she took the rear seat, so Jadie could

for you in the car…”

Madelyn stared out the window, unable to

Zach and

“Madelyn, that guy just now, he treated. you

something personal…” Madelyn shut her eyes. She dreaded what might transpire once they reached home.

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