Chapter 96
“How did you know?” Yanina asked.
But as soon
as she said it, Yanina realized the answer.
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There were two groups of people protecting her yesterday. One was Cameron’s crew, and the other had been the ones who brought Logan back to the Watson family,
At the time, she wondered who else besides Cameron would send someone to protect her.
She hadn’t expected it to be Shawn.
“That day you ran into my mom… She’s particularly stubborn and controlling. I was worried she might do something to you, so I had someone follow you from a distance, I didn’t mean to monitor you, just wanted to prevent my mom from doing anything sneaky behind my back. But the people who ran into you yesterday weren’t sent by her,” Shawn explained to
Yanina
Hearing this, Yanina frowned.
Regardless of the reason, having someone tailing her all the time felt uncomfortable, no matter who sent them.
But thanks to Shawn’s help, she managed to escape from danger so quickly yesterday, and she owed him for that
“Thanks for your concern, but I don’t like having someone following me all day. Please tell them to back off. You don’t need to worry about your mom harming me. As long as we keep our distance, she won’t do anything to me. We’re just friends. I’d love to take you out to dinner sometime, just as a thank–you,” Yanina said.
“Let’s get together for a meal sometime to thank you, Yanina said.
Shawn paused for a moment, choosing his words carefully.
He could hear a hint of dissatisfaction in Yanina’s voice, but his lieart sank a little.
In a normal family, he could proudly bring his girlfriend home, and they could all enjoy each other’s company.
But his family hardly resembled anything like a home.
“Alright, Shawn said, trying to sound casual. “Don’t forget my risotto.”
“Sure thing, Yanina replied,
“Then have a great trip, Shawn said with a smile.
“Thanks, Yanina said as she hung up the phone.
She looked up and saw Cameron leaning against the glass door fame, seemingly interested in her phone conversation.
When Yanina mentioned to Shawn that they were just friends, Climeron felt a wave of delight.
“Were you eavesdropping on my call?” Yanina narrowed her eyes
“I just came out for a smoke, Cameron said, feigning innocence
Yanina ignored him and walked back to the living room.
Cameron stubbed out his cigarette after just two puffs and hurried after her, speaking as he walked. “Shawn is the third son of the Haney family. His mother has some shady connections, and they don’t get along well. They mostly just argue.
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Recently, the head of the Haney family has been unwell, and the other branches, including Shawn’s mother, are getting restless. Soon, there might be a war over the family inheritance. During this time, I don’t want you to get dragged into any of Shawn’s issues.”
Yanina nodded in response. Thanks for the heads–up. I’m not involved with him, and I won’t get pulled in.”
As they were talking, there was suddenly a loud bang from Christina’s room on the second floor.
Everyone in the living room looked up toward the stairs.
Christina stormed down, wearing pajamas and her hair disheveled.
Her face had mostly healed, but due to the many slaps she had received, the bruising hadn’t completely faded, making her look like she had a bad case of acne.
She glared at Yanina, her eyes blazing with anger, and began to yell incoherently, “Yanina, you bitch! Why are you still alive? Go die! Just die…”
“Chris! Chris!” Sherry called out tearfully as she chased after her daughter.
But Christina was like a wild beast unleashed, fueled by sheer force, and Sherry couldn’t keep up with her.
“Stop!” Carl shouted in shock, calling out several times.
On the day Christina was injured, Carl saw her and felt heartbroken.
But once John got to the bottom of what had happened, Carl believed it was time to teach Christina a lesson.
n any family, a single rotten apple could lead to its downfall.
Christina’s methods were far too cruel. Someone had to rein her in.
ince Carl was getting older and could no longer manage it, it fell to Cameron and Yanina to take charge.
owever, Carl had brought in the best doctors to treat her.
e hadn’t expected that today she would behave so arrogantly in front of her family.
¡Christina charged down, Cameron caught her in an instant, gripping her tightly and rendering her unable to move.
et me go! I want to kill her! She’s the one who did this to me! Yanina… it’s Yanina!” Christina screamed.
meron hesitated for a moment, then knocked her gently on the back of the neck.
ristina let out a muffled cry and collapsed weakly.
erry rushed over, snatching Christina from Cameron’s grasp and cradling her in her arms, sobbing uncontrollably. “You’re protecting that bitch! Cameron, Chris is your real sister! If you won’t protect her, then who will? This family has no place me and Chris anymore. Poor Chris…
e sound of shattering glassware echoed through the room.
1 had smashed a glass against the floor, his patience wearing thin. “Shut your mouth.”
rry stopped crying, suddenly afraid to argue. “Mr. Zamora, care about Chris too. She was triggered today when she saw ina. It’s because of Yanina that Chris has ended up like this. It’s only natural for Chris to want revenge.
I snorted coldly. “If this was really Yani’s doing, then let Chris provide evidence. If she can prove it, I won’t protect Yani at Besides, Christina has done so many dirty things, and you, as her mother, were completely unaware? Raising such a child.
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and bringing shame to the Zamora family, and you still dare to argue? I think Christina has some mental issues. I’ll have a psychiatrist come see her tomorrow.”
“Take her back to her room.” Carl waved his hand, dismissing them.
“Mr. Zamora, Chris isn’t sick. She’s just upset. When has she ever suffered like this?” Sherry replied, gritting her teeth.
Carl laughed in frustration. “Upset? She wouldn’t have faced any trouble if she hadn’t been at that bar. If she hadn’t gone to the bar, she wouldn’t have ended up like this. As her mother, you don’t usually rein in your daughter’s behavior, but when something happens, you want to seek justice for her? Who gave you the audacity?”
Sherry flinched at Carl’s words
She knew what Christina had done but thought that as the Zamora family’s daughter, a little fun was harmless.
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She just thought her daughter was the cherished one in the Zhou family, so what’s wrong with being a little playful?
“Go back to your room. Tomorrow a psychiatrist will see her. If you think the local doctors are inadequate, then take her. abroad. Ethan is lonely at Oakenwood. You should go keep him company, Carl added, wanting to avoid further entanglements with them.
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