When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 179

I had a hunch that there was more to the Larson family than met the eye, but it didn’t feel right to pry into their affairs, especially with Kathy, someone I had just met.

Hesitating a bit, I shook my head. “Sorry, I can’t get involved. Mark has his reasons to stand by, and as his friend, all I can do is support

him.”

To harbor feelings for someone for two decades while keeping a cool head, he must’ve considered every angle. It wasn’t my place to interfere.

Kathy’s expression didn’t sour, and she asked with an even tone, “Aren’t you curious who he’s fond of?”

I answered, “He’ll tell me when he’s ready.”

It meant he didn’t want me to know if he hadn’t told me yet. I also felt that in friendship, it was okay to have our secrets. There was nothing wrong with that.

take over the family business early on as Bryant did. But he refused, choosing instead to study abroad and

you know

middle–aged woman angrily throwing down a whip snapped me back to reality. “I guess

deny it, “That’s part of it. He despises the Larson family the most. But he still shares their blood. Hating

reply, the footsteps approached, and a large hand pulled me back. Mark stepped before me, his tone thick with wariness and

I going

anyone.” Mark scoffed sarcastically, “But

drag Jane into this again, don’t blame me

I might need your help

that, she placed a bottle of ointment in my hand. Under Mark’s suspicious gaze, she calmly said, “Siblings, after all. Isn’t there any trust? Don’t worry. My mom

be best.” Mark didn’t appreciate the gesture, grabbing my arm

the bloodstains visible through his white shirt on his

into the

asking, “The