Chapter 203

"Don't worry," Giselle said, a pained expression on her delicate face. "I wouldn't dare to mess with her with you here."

"That's what I thought." Shane scoffed. Then, his expression changed drastically as he turned to Sage. "Don't worry. I'll wait over there. Just call me if you need anything."

Sage rolled her eyes at him and ignored him. The man walked away, glancing back every few steps.

Giselle took a deep breath and said, "So we've met again, Ms. Joyner." Her eyes shone with determination as if she had come to terms with something.

Sage couldn't bear to see the young lady's crestfallen face. Hence, she cut to the chase. "Shane was just spouting nonsense, Ms. Rosethorn. Please don't take it to heart. Also, I lied to you. He has no feelings for me at all.

"He threatened me into coming here today. Feel free to court him if you like him. I will never be an obstacle in your relationship, so please don't see me as your rival."

Giselle seemed unfazed when she heard that. She repl