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."

to Kayla's, confused me more. But I knew the name Lisa. She was Talbot's youngest daughter, with an

remember, especially since you couldn't make it back for Grandpa's funeral, saying you were tied up. I honestly don't remember you." I kept my professional smile as I faced her, understanding she came on behalf of the Crawford family to

miss. Talbot's visit was likely due to Clyde's interest

turned to me, looking slightly embarrassed. "I'm sorry. I was indeed busy then. And I'm only two years older

followed by a bunch of comforting

watched her,

If Kayla was innocent, Lisa

manipulative woman in disguisene

it was her privileged upbringing, but she also had the forthrightness

makeup and outfit, I realized she was imitating me, just like Kayla did, except that she missed the point that I

we're cousins. It made it easier for her to get close to

intent but kept silent, holding the documents at

awkward. "Melanie, didn't we have dinner

here."

lowered her head,

slightly aggrieved. Noticing her