Chapter 26 House Arrest

Meanwhile, Macie had arrived at Baker Manor. Julia sat on a luxury designer couch, her face calm and unreadable, but her sharp, knowing eyes seemed to see right through everything. It wasn't easy to fool her. Julia had already warned Macie ages ago that she should stay in line and stop troubling Cameron. But Macie would never listen to her. She had lost her man, so there was no way she'd lose Cameron again. However, Macie had no idea Julia would take action this quickly. Suppressing her emotions, Macie held her breath and took a shaky step forward. "Sorry for making you worry, Julia." Julia didn't even bother looking at her. She merely picked up her cup and blew on it. Macie's heart leaped into her throat. She feared Julia most in this quiet, controlled state. There was no yelling or scolding, yet it was more terrifying than any harsh words could be. She forced herself to say, "Julia, it's all my fault. I was the reason Cam fought with his wife. But I saw another man with Au