Chapter 51

Marisol feels her hackles rise. She hated the fact that she couldn’t take so much as a step within Redwood without being subjected to blind judgment and hostility without a chance to even explain.

“And I wasn’t of the idea that you just go around peddling false rumors.” Marisol resorts and Maya snorts, a challenge in her eyes.

“What did you just say to me?”

Jake, still amused by the unfolding events, laughs again before intercepting, “Ladies, Ladies… let’s all calm down,” he urges.

But that has always been known to never work on anyone, as growls can now be heard in the room, the atmosphere boiling with animosity.

Finally, Ryan, who had been silent the whole time, spoke up, “Cut it out, Maya. Maybe anyone would believe you if you didn’t make it so painfully obvious that you’re just jealous of her.”

The room is thrown into silence once again, the occupants seemingly needing a few seconds to process the words, until Maya screeches loudly.

“Wha