Chapter 70

Alex's eyes darkened slightly as he frowned at Charlotte. Why would she show up in Yarrin this early? "Alex, please, help me," Charlotte choked out as she cried, hoping he'd side with her. He glanced at Madeleine—and instantly understood. Charlotte was clearly here to cause trouble for her. Without thinking, he stepped in front of Madeleine and asked in a low voice, "Did she touch you?" Madeleine lowered her head, not saying a word. Alex's expression instantly turned cold. He whipped around at Charlotte. "So this is how the Merritt family raises their daughters?" Charlotte stared at him, shocked and unbelieving. "Alex... I'm your fiancée, remember? You don't even ask what happened and just blame me? She seduced you first! Why shouldn't I hit her?" Madeleine stayed silent. "You better think about what you've done. No one can save you if you keep this up," Alex warned with icy eyes. He'd deal with her later. "Alex! Madeleine, tell the cops we were just joking! Madeleine! Don't you dare i