Chapter 130

"I understand, Sister," Chloe murmured. "I understand that you don't want to make peace with Dad soon. However, that's not why I've called."

She paused and Hailey's brows knitted. Why then had she called? Hailey was about to ask when Chloe's voice went on.

"You have the right to be mad at Dad for what he did yesterday. But as I've said, Dad didn't mean all that." She sounded sad. "Even though you're heartbroken by his actions, you shouldn't have taken it to heart... you shouldn't have told on him to brother-in-law."

Hailey's confusion only grew. What was her sister speaking about? She didn't tell on him to Kendrick. He had instantly guessed everything the moment she cried in his arms and when he noticed her bruised cheek and— wait!

Her eyes flew wide. Kendrick was mad, she even had a long time convincing him not to do anything. Did he go behind her back and dealt with her father as he promised?

Fear gripped her heart and her sister's words confirmed her thoughts.

"Brother-in-law has