Chapter 75

Deborah was stunned by what she had just heard.

"And to clear up that nasty accusation from earlier, I never neglected you... What I did was ask someone very special to take on that task."

[What...?]

"Someone's been watching over Deborah?" Jayden asked, raising an eyebrow.

"Not exactly," Nicholas replied, pointing to Caroline. "I couldn't approach you directly to help because Frederick was too close. So, I asked my niece for help."

[Niece…] Deborah looked at her friend, who simply smiled.

"Yeah, my mom is his sister," Caroline said, stepping closer. "But before you think or do anything crazy, let me tell you that he asked me to become your friend and take care of you. Over time, though, I did it because I wanted to, not because I had to. I like you, Deborah, and you're my best friend," she said, taking Deborah's hands and looking into her eyes.

Deborah was amazed by what she heard, but when she felt her friend trembling slightly and saw the fear in her eyes, Deborah simpl