Albert snorted indifferently, casting a disdainful sidelong glance at Charlotte as he stared at Jason in mockery. "She's just a tool for you to prove your independence. Why would she be with you for a long time? You can try to fool others by saying this, but stop lying to yourself."

His words stunned Charlotte terribly. She froze with her head down and did not dare to raise it, her eyes fixed on the gray ground. She felt a lump in her throat, but she tried hard to suppress ...