Chapter 783

"That's because Luke knows Mrs. Walker's ruthless tactics. He's trying to protect you, to keep you out of harm's way."

Emily was desperately trying to defend Luke.

"Miss Haber, I appreciate your kindness. If there's anything else I can help with besides Mr. Walker's personal matters, feel free to contact me."

My decision to distance myself from Luke wasn't going to change easily.

"Ms. Middleton, don't you believe I'm on Luke's side?"

"If he didn't trust you completely, he wouldn't let you into his home."

And he wouldn't let her talk to me alone for so long.

"Luke made a mistake here, but he has so many good qualities! One look at that handsome face of his, and all anger just melts away."

"I've seen that face so often, I'm immune to it now."

Emily: ...

I removed Emily's hand from my arm and walked toward Doggo, who was circling around Goofy.

Through Emily's retelling, Luke had completely misunderstood what I'd said earlier.

"Mr. Walker."

I greeted Luke and bent down to pick