Chapter 358

“Did I push it too far?” Ryan questioned, his eyes narrowing. Carrie glanced downward and nodded in response. “Well, I still think it wasn’t sufficient.” Observing her pitiable expression, Ryan couldn’t help but pat her head. “You’re Justin’s sister, and they were mistreating you! Of course, I had to stand up for you. That was me being gentle because I didn’t want to frighten you.” ‘So warm. So comforting.’ Carrie, feeling the warmth of Ryan’s hand on her head, could not resist shrugging her shoulders and purring like a kitten. Coincidentally, Bethany walked out of the banquet hall and witnessed the entire incident. She never expected her usually obedient sister to come all the way here. Bethany thought, ‘That little slut! I turn my back for a moment, and she’s already trying to seduce my man. How audacious!' Bethany, furious and wide-eyed, took a step forward but hesitated when she noticed Ryan still present. She did not want to act impulsively and risk further alienating her c