Chapter 71 Talking Her Out of It

Clarissa froze. She simply remained silent and averted her gaze. Taking in her response, Audrey had a rough idea what was happening. She continued, sounding more worried than before, "Clarissa, take my advice. Horatio is beyond our reach. Besides, he has a daughter… Why must you insist on being with him? You're amazing enough that many other outstanding young men are waiting to ask you out—" "Mom, you don't understand!" Clarissa cut her off. Agitated, her voice came out shrill as she declared, "None of them is as good as Horatio! I only have eyes for him!" Audrey jumped at her reaction. Immediately, she became wary and questioned sternly, "Clarissa! Tell me what you've done. You must never do anything rash! You know very well how ruthless Horatio is. The Sutten family wouldn't be able to face his wrath!" Clarissa regained her composure. She put on a calm front as she linked her arm with Audrey's. "Mom, what are you talking about? What could I possibly do? I heard some rumors today