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Chapter 1656

Author: Ginger Sue
Jonah tentatively asked, "Lyse, would you harbor resentment toward me if I ever lied to you?"

Alyssa's eyes widened in astonishment. "Resentment" was a weighty term to introduce into their conversation. She hadn't anticipated such a question from Jonah.

"Jonah, did something happen? Why that sudden question?" She grabbed his muscular arm and swung it gently. "Just tell me what's on your mind. Don't give me a scare, okay?"

Jonah stared at the ground with a dispirited look on his face.

"Jonah, no matter what you did, I'll always see you as my brother. I won't hate you." Alyssa choked up with emotions, perhaps from the compounding stress of Winston's situation and Jonah's moody remark. "Whatever happens, just know that you're the best. You're irreplaceable!"

"You silly goose." Smiling wryly, he stroked her head softly as Jasper watched on.

In the past, Jasper would have turned green in envy at the sight. However, he was solely concerned about Jonah at that moment. For some reason, h
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