NovelStartChapter 1099 However, Christopher seemed so certain.
Did he actually see what happened with his own eyes, or did he hear it? Otherwise, why would he dare to stand up for Bella? “Ms. Hoffman, I'll ask you one more time.” Christopher approached Zoe menacingly, his dark eyes glistening with a cold gleam that sent shivers down her spine. “Did Bella really hit you?" “|...” Zoe's throat tightened up.
“We're all adults here, so we need to own up to what we say. There is no point in waiting until the evidence is right in front of us.
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By then, itll be too late for regrets.” The space was silent as everyone waited for Zoe's response. It had only been a few seconds, but it felt like an eternity of torment for her.
Zoe finally gave in to Christopher's intense pressure. It made no sense. She felt an overwhelming fear for Christopher, as if he knife at her throat. She had never felt such terror before; not eve Justin or Ryan had scared her this deeply.
“I... I had a little disagreement with Bella. | lost my balance earlier accidentally broke through the door and fell to the ground.” Zoe dared not mention the slap. But this statement was enough to regain Bella's innocence and spark gossip.
“Wow! Did she actually slap herself? How malicious!” “Don’t you get it? Young Master Iverson pressured her, so she caved in. Didn't you hear how happy she was earlier?” “Sigh, she’s only a little girl after all. She gets intimidated as soon as someone pressures her. If it were me, | wouldn't admit it, even if | died. Let's see if he can produce any evidence!” “This is clearly defamation and slander. If the Thompson family refuses to let go, will Zoe still have the dignity to live on for the future?” w Christopher effortlessly helped Bella. But Bella remained solemn, showing no emotion, let alone any gratitude toward him. It Wyatt who relaxed his furrowed brows and gave a rare, approving smile while nodding at Christopher.
Asher took a step forward, put his arm around Bella's shoulder, and calmly said, “Mr. Hoffman, | wonder if your granddaughter still requires an explanation from my sister? If needed, we can arrange for it. Let's wait until the horse race is over and then bring both families’ lawyers to the police station to discuss this further.”
Wyatt narrowed his eyes slightly in silent approval. He wasn't able voice it out, but it was copletely understandable for Asher to stan up for Bella as a protective older brother.
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Claire held her daughter close as Logan's expression tuned extremely dark.
Asher smiled faintly and said, “The Thompson family will take responsibility for any trouble caused
However, it's clear that someone is trying to falsely accuse my beloved sister. | won't let this slide, and I'll definitely get to the bottom of this. | believe Mr. Hoffman
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