Chapter 467
Caspian was taken aback when he heard that. Before he could react, Lucian jumped in, โAsher, you canโt do this.โ
โLucian, if we donโt take action first, do you want Caspian to end up behind bars like Alaric? If you have a solution, Iโm all ears.โ
Lucian knew this was a tough situation to navigate. He sighed, โBut Lemira is the victim here; she hasnโt done anything wrong. Itโs Evelina who stirred up trouble and caused this mess. Why should Lemmy back down?โ
โI get thereโs been a misunderstanding, but canโt this just be sorted out privately, without making such a big scene?โ
Asher felt Lemira was being unreasonable, unwilling to take a step back or compromise. Lucian was too frustrated to articulate a response.
Asher turned to Caspian, โIf you donโt follow my advice, you might as well get ready for jail time. Lemira will never let you off the hook.โ
Caspian remained silent for a moment, contemplating. The last thing he wanted was to ruin his life over this. He hadnโt even clinched the Best Actor award yet.
Seizing the opportunity, Evelina cooed at Asher, โAsher, donโt be so upset. Itโs partly my fault that Lemmy stormed out.โ
Asher felt a twinge of guilt. โThen, youโve been wronged. I happen to have an Aurora Trust; Iโll let you manage it.โ
A flash of delight crossed Evelinaโs eyes; her plan had worked. Still, she feigned modesty, โAsher, I might not be capable enough, but Iโll do my best not to disappoint you.โ
โI believe in you. Youโll do great.โ
Caspian was furious. โAsher, youโre actually covering for Evelina and compensating her with the foundation. Didnโt you say it was meant for Lemira?โ
โWho Eve is is not for you to remind me.โ
Asher replied calmly, โLemira refuses to compromise, and Eve has suffered enough. Whatโs wrong with a little compensation?โ
Evelina bowed her head, pretending, โAsher, maybe I shouldnโt accept it.โ
โEvelina, cut the act!โ
Caspian couldnโt stand her pretense anymore. โIโm going to make sure you suffer just like I have.โ
โAsher, Iโm scared.โ
Asher stepped in front of Evelina. โYou donโt have to take this. If he continues, expose his deeds just like Lemira did.โ
โAsher, youโre threatening me now?โ
Caspian was in disbelief. Asher scoffed, โCaspian, Iโm warning you. Lay a hand on Eve again, and youโll regret it. Letโs go, Eve.โ Evelina breathed a sigh of relief; her gamble had paid off; she didnโt want to endure more hardship.
Chapter 467
Caspian watched Evelinaโs retreating figure, seething with rage. He turned to Lucian, โLucian, has Asher lost his mind?โ
Lucian could only offer a wry smile. โCaspian, didnโt I warn you? Youโd regret it someday.โ
Caspian was at a loss for words, his spirit crushed. Who would have thought karma would strike so swiftly?
โWhat should I do now?โ
โSince you were the one who acted, youโre also at fault. You should be apologizing and making amends to Lemmy, not Evelina.โ
Caspianโs expression twisted awkwardly; how could he face the world like this? Was Lemira entirely blameless?
After class, Lemira saw that Caspianโs fans causing a scene at the school had made the news. But the incident didnโt cause much of a stir. With the policeโs preliminary investigation, most people were reserving judgment.
While refreshing the news, Lemira noticed Matthew had made headlines. Whatโs going on?
Matthew had done an interview where a reporter asked if Ms. Sinclairโs visit to the bridal shop meant the two families were nearing a happy announcement. Matthew flatly denied, โAsher and Ms. Sinclair have never been involved, much less engaged. Itโs all media fabrication. Asher is currently seeing someone, and things are going well.โ