Chapter 461
Joe realized Skylar was likely busy at the moment.
“Hurry up! The game is starting,” Rowan urged.
Someone nearby teased, “Only you would dare rush Joe like that.”
“What’s the big deal? He’s not some monster. He’s not that scary,” Rowan retorted, unconcerned.
Rowan had been observing Joe closely. Joe had not only read a WhatsApp message
but also made a phone call.
This behavior was unusual for Joe. It indicated he had deep feelings for Skylar. Joe
had indeed fallen for Skylar.
After returning home, Annie collapsed on the couch, closing her eyes for a much- needed rest. She massaged her temples, then grabbed her phone to search for news
about the Williams family.
Maisy was in a frenzy. Kenny had been publicly humiliated. Samuel faced rejection at
every audition.
Peter, too, was constantly denied job opportunities. Reporters hounded the Williams family daily, detailing their every move. After all, the downfall of a wealthy family was a story that captivated audiences. News this sensational was rare, and everyone
wanted a piece of it.
Annie hadn’t given it much thought before, but Skylar’s earlier words kept echoing in her mind now, causing a persistent headache. She couldn’t help but furrow her brow.
Suddenly, her phone rang. It was Sabrina.
“You said you had a plan to save our family. How’s it going? Your uncles are causing chaos at home every day. I can’t hold on much longer.
“With the Williams family’s troubles, everyone says they offended Joe and that’s why they’ve fallen. Your uncles think our family will be next.”
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Sabrina’s words sent a wave of pallor over Annie’s face. She bit her lip hard. “Mom, we won’t be like the Williams family.”
“Tell me your plan. What solution have you come up with? Have you figured out how to get Joe’s help?”
Sabrina had become increasingly restless lately, especially after the Williams family’s incident and the worsening situation of their own. Sleep had become elusive.
“I have a way to get Skylar to help me, but it will take some time. Please be patient, mom. We can’t rush this,” Annie reassured Sabrina.
Despite her confident tone, Skylar’s earlier attitude had shaken her resolve. Once certain of her plan, Annie now found herself riddled with doubt.
After a few more anxious questions from Sabrina, the call ended.
Annie’s heart pounded, refusing to calm. The TV station had practically blacklisted her. The new show she’d mentioned to Steven and the others was a complete fabrication. There was no new program lined up for her.
Time was running out for Annie. She needed to make a quick decision and marry Steven. Once she was family with Skylar, she could gain her trust. This was a step
she had to take.
Annie looked down at her phone, scrolling through her photo gallery until she found a picture of Joe. Her fingers hovered over the image, as if yearning to touch him through the screen.
“Are you truly this heartless?” Annie whispered, her voice barely audible.
Skylar and Natalie had plans to have dinner together. However, when Jeremy arrived to pick Natalie up, Skylar decided to avoid being a third wheel and parted ways with
them.
Skylar only remembered to check her phone on her way to the parking lot. An hour earlier, Joe had called her. She figured he must have seen her WhatsApp message.