Chapter 166

Oliver met Serena’s stunned look with a calm grin. “Like I said, we went out to sea together yesterday. And honestly, I think you’re pretty amazing.” Serena felt her chest tighten, like she couldn’t breathe. She bit her lip, fists clenched, trying hard to keep her emotions in check. Her voice came out raw: “Why are you lying?” "......" "You know that’s not what really happened. You—" Before she could finish, Sophia jumped in, smirking. “First it’s me lying, now it’s Mr. Thompson? I’ve never even met him before this. You think we plotted this together to frame you? Please, you’re the one flirting all over the place and now you can't face the consequences. Good thing Mr. Thompson’s honest enough to step forward. Otherwise, I’d look like the bad guy for no reason.” Sophia secretly exhaled in relief—just like Chloe had predicted, Oliver was taking her side at the critical moment. Serena gave a bitter laugh in her mind. Honest? Really? Who's the one lying now? Matthew’s cold eyes cut to Rya