I turned abruptly, about to question further, when Jack strode over with an unfriendly expression. "Charlotte."I nodded. "Jack."As soon as Bob saw him, his expression changed instantly. He stammered, "Mr. Renolds, what are you doing here?"Clearly, he was very afraid of Jack.Jack glanced at me, confirming that I was alright, then fixed his gaze on Bob. "Have you forgotten what I told you so soon?""I wouldn't dare!" Bob vehemently denied, forcing a fawning and cautious smile. "I—I'm just here to see my wife. This girl just happened to come by."Seeing how scared Bob was of Jack, I took the opportunity to press on. "What you just said, what was that all about? You keep bringing it up. Don't tell me it was just idle talk."Jack had also heard that comment.Bob shrank back, avoiding my aunt's gaze. Gritting his teeth, he began, "I was just...""You'd better tell the truth." Jack smiled slightly, interrupting gent.y, "When we were young, I saw how her parents treated her like a
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