Chapter 26

"Mr. Brennan," someone cautiously greeted. Everyone knew that Silas and Noah didn't get along. Their families had been rivals for years, and neither side was willing to give an inch. Thus, everyone was confused about why Silas had suddenly appeared. Noah's tone was unfriendly as he asked, "Why are you here?" Silas walked over to the person holding the penalty cards. "Oh, nothing much. I just couldn't stand you people picking on a young lady. Problem with that?" Ella bit her lip and glanced at him. "Silas, you must've misunderstood us. We didn't pick on her." She then turned to Bethany. "Right, Beth?" Bethany stole a glance at Silas' flawless side profile, wondering why he was here. Yet, she had no reason to refuse when someone was offering to help her. "Yeah, you were picking on me." Once she said that, everyone's expression changed. Holly felt sorry for her friend. "Yeah! What kind of stupid penalty is that? We're not doing that, Beth!" Ella looked at Noah and mumbled, "We di