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.

Zach’s unwavering gaze on her, but she

issues. Remember what your dad said? You’re supposed

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 had

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

smiled, ignoring Ethan’s words. His gaze remained fixed on Madelyn. “Madelyn, be

She thought to herself, ‘I have no choice now. I won’t be able to escape Zach’s control for now as long as I’m in the Jent

of sadness flashed in Ethan’s eyes. He reached out, gently patting her head, and spoke with a fond tone,

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

wait for you in the car…” said Jadie.

out the window, unable to catch the words

Zach and Ethan.

that guy just now,

her eyes. She dreaded what might transpire once they reached home. She lacked

and she nervously tucked a strand of hair behind her ear. “I’m sorry! I was just concerned about you.”