Chapter 81

Lydia spoke cautiously, "I'm guessing Mrs. Farrell's angry with Mr. Farrell because of the love bites all over Ms. Whitman's neck. "But honestly, what kind of nonsense is that? If word gets out, what will people say about Mr. Farrell? What is he trying to do? Start his own harem?" In the past, when it was just minor gossip, Marina hadn't thought much of it. However, things had clearly gone too far. A hard line had been crossed, and it was time for her to step in. Marina leaned toward Lydia and said, "Now, listen to me…" Lydia nodded at her instructions and quickly hurried off to do as told. That evening, an elder from the family contacted Gavin, saying he had not seen him for a long time. He wanted to catch up, and Gavin agreed to meet. Lydia personally made her way to the Whitmans to invite Chantelle over, saying that Marina wanted her over for dinner. Chantelle followed Lydia to the Farrell residence, only to realize that Gavin wasn't there. Even Penelope wasn't there. Gis