Acquaintance?


    A shockwave of disbelief swept through everyone like an earthquake. Their eyes widened, and all


    attention turned to Sophia.


    This included Javier and the members of the Harper family.


    However, only Jasper remained calm amid themotion, just like Alyssa.


    Ever since Alyssa began suspecting Sophia, he had also harbored suspicions. Unfortunately, he


    suffered a


    severe head injury during that time and had to undergo life-threatening surgery. Following that, Zoe had


    caused chaos, dying his investigation.


    Tonight, when Alyssa came alone to find Sophia, he took her upstairs, intending to stop her actions. He


    didn’t want Alyssa to get into trouble.


    If Sophia was bold enough to set up an ambush against L in front of everyone, she might also resort


    to


    dangerous actions against Alyssa!


    He could do the dirty work for her, ensuring she wouldn’t have to dirty her hands or step into any mess.


    He could willingly be her executioner for all things dirty and sinful.


    He acknowledged his anger, resentment, and even some hatred toward her for not trusting him.


    Yet, in the deepest recesses of his soul, he still loved her. This love made him extreme, no longer


    weighing pros and cons, solely wanting her at the center of his life.


    “Sophie, Alyssa said you are acquainted with the attacker. Is that true?” Javier felt his heart tighten and


    couldn’t help but ask.


    “Javier, are you questioning me? Alyssa is doubting me for no reason, and now you are siding with her


    and kicking me while I’m down?”


    Sophia widened her eyes, expressing sorrow and grievance as she poked her own chest with sharp


    fingertips.


    This reaction was somewhat exaggerated, akin to a melodramatic soap opera.


    At this moment, the still-drowsy Betty stumbled out of the room.


    She heard her father’s question word for word, and her heart pounded like a drum under the shock.


    In her memory, her father had always been very affectionate toward her mother.


    “Mrs. Beckett, shall we have a chat?” Alyssa coldly nced at Sophia.


    “Sorry, Alyssa, it’ste now, and I need to rest. I don’t have time to chat with you. Let’s talk another


    day.” Sophia was aware of Alyssa’s ill intentions, evident in her resentful tone.


    “You have no time, but I do. I have plenty of time.”


    Alyssa raised her brows, confidently smiling as she walked to the forefront.


    “The night is long, and we can take our time to discuss our grievances. I’ll apany you in the


    conversation until dawn.”


    “I’m old and can’t keep youpany. Please leave!” Sophia’s expression darkened, and her attitude


    became firm.


    Jasper and Landon both clenched their fists.


    When it came to Alyssa being bullied, both Jasper and Landon were on the same page. They were


    open to


    discussing anything, but they wouldn’t tolerate seeing her mistreated.


    “I initially wanted a private conversation because family matters should stay private. Since you’re being


    unreasonable, don’t me me if I don’t show you any respect.”


    Alyssa’s smile turned icy as she pressed on, “The incident during the birthday banquet when L was


    attacked-isn’t that somehow linked to you, Mrs. Beckett?”


    Everyone was shocked, and all eyes turned to Sophia.


    The Harper family members were about to leave. But, upon hearing this, everyone halted, and their


    ears perked up.


    “Ms. Alyssa, let’s not resort to mudslinging in our mother-inw and daughter-inw rtionship. I


    know you don’t like me, but you don’t have to be so offensive.”


    Sophia’s heart raced, and sweat dripped from her palms. Despite the tension, she struggled to stay


    calm.


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    “Okay, let me rephrase it then.”


    Alyssa smiled again, her expression turning sly. “Isn’t the person who tried to harm L and caused


    severe injury to Jasper someone acquainted with you?”