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.

topic. “After he graduated, my grandma hoped he’d take over the family business early on

know why?”

snapped me back to reality. “I guess he probably doesn’t want to be tied to the

of it. He despises the Larson family the

reply, the footsteps approached, and a large hand pulled me back. Mark stepped before me, his tone thick with wariness and anger. “Kathy, who gave you the permission

am I going

eat anyone.” Mark scoffed sarcastically, “But I wouldn’t

deep voice, “If you drag Jane into this again, don’t blame

spared me any kindness?” Kathy said indifferently, looking at me, “Ms. Webster, I might need your help with Mark’s wounds. He’s wary and doesn’t want

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 won’t know

appreciate the gesture, grabbing my arm and leading

noticed the bloodstains visible through his white shirt on his back and offered

into the passenger

off, I hesitated before asking, “The person

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