Chapter 197

Gabrielle, to be more precise, was unwilling to accept anyone's help. Ever since she walked away from the Moore family, she had told herself that she was on her own and had to rely only on herself. Samuel's hand faltered in mid-air. He then lowered his gaze and muttered, "It was an oversight on my part." "I shouldn't have made a big deal out of it. I could have just settled this with you over the phone, but I made you come all this way and took up your time. I won't be seeing you off, then. Goodbye, Mr. Parker," Gabrielle explained. Having said that, an unexpected awkwardness settled between them, leaving them unsure how to act around each other. Gabrielle was very guarded. She would immediately become defensive and guard herself at the slightest sign of trouble ever since the Moore family's incident. Samuel smiled wryly, saying, "It was no trouble at all. I had to come since it's about Abby. Thank you for looking out for her. I'll take my leave now." He had just turned and walk