Chapter 250

Facing Cedric's relentless questioning, Scarlett simply let out a light laugh. "Cedric, you're the one who betrayed me first. You owe me an explanation about Joe, don't you?" Scarlett's gaze turned cold, her emotions veiled by a calm mask. Cedric furrowed his brows. "Scarlett, did you ever really care about me? Maybe you wouldn't be saying these things if you'd done your research." With that, he stood up, his eyes darkening with thought. "Lettie, you can doubt me all you want. I don't mind. But I hope you'll start thinking about yourself for once." A hint of pity flickered in his eyes as he turned to leave, leaving Scarlett to stare at his retreating figure. Scarlett's eyes widened in shock. It was a face she hadn't seen in a long time. The very one that had once made her heart ache. For a split second, she questioned everything. Was the man from her past really back? She shook her head quickly, pushing the thought away. As Cedric exited, Lilah's lips curled into a subtle smi