Chapter 403

Arthur had no choice. With a mix of frustration and helplessness, he squeezed himself into Juliana’s wardrobe. The moment she shut the door, her mother stormed into the room, twisting the doorknob open with a sharp motion. Seeing her daughter standing near the wardrobe instead of sleeping in bed, Emma exploded with rage. "You little brat! Tell me the truth—where did you take Elliot? Who beat him up?" Juliana froze in shock. How did Mom find out? "Did you take him to meet that Jian guy? And told him to pretend to be your boyfriend, didn’t you? Look what happened to him! He’s your Uncle Li’s only son. If anything serious happens to him, I swear I’ll break your legs!" Juliana lowered her head, guilt written all over her face. "Mom, I’m sorry… it was my fault." "Tell me honestly—was it that Jian guy who hit him?" Emma demanded, furious. Nervously, Juliana glanced at the wardrobe, then said quietly, "Mom, just let it go… I’ll apologize to Uncle Li’s family myself." "When will you ever grow