When Love Becomes a Cage by Nora

Chapter 125

Chapter 125



Clyde must've said something funny because the woman suddenly burst into laughter, her gaze drifting toward the office door. Her eyes lit up, and she quickly came over to open it. "Melanie, what are you doing standing out here? Come on in."

Her familiarity threw me for a loop.

Vinson nodded at me. "Mr. Patterson has guests, and I'll come back another day. Take care."

I knew it wasn't the best time to discuss business with outsiders present, so I had Lina escort him out.

Stepping into the office, I cautiously asked, "Mr. Patterson, who might this be?"

"Melanie, don't tell me you've forgotten me. I'm your cousin, Lisa Crawford!" She looked at me, somewhat displeased, and she pouted and gave Clyde a sideways glance. "I told you Melanie's got a short memory for her family. Here I am, and she doesn't even recognize me."

knew the name Lisa. She was Talbot's youngest daughter, with an older brother named Tammie

tied up. I honestly don't remember

a chance for fame, something they wouldn't miss. Talbot's visit was likely due to Clyde's interest

sorry. I was indeed busy then. And I'm only two years older than you. It wasn't up to me

making excuses, followed by a bunch

watched her, thinking

actress. If Kayla was innocent, Lisa was

manipulative woman in disguisene

she also had the forthrightness of

she missed the point that I rarely dressed so provocatively. Firstly, my figure didn't allow it, and

for her, just looking like me was enough, especially since we're cousins. It made it easier for her to get close to

silent,

"Melanie, didn't we have dinner

We're all family here."

her

slightly aggrieved. Noticing her