“I indeed don’t need anything, but showing up empty-handed for a visit… How stingy is the Parker family now?” Emily shot them a disdainful look.

Chelsea's face changed, but she forced a smile through gritted teeth. “You're joking, Emily. We brought some gifts for Ethan. His leg just recovered, and he needs to replenish his energy.”

“So visiting me was just a pretense, but visiting our dear Mr. Thomas is the real reason,” Emily said with a mock expression of sudden ...