Tariq Lane's smug smile gradually faded away.
He suddenly felt that there was some truth in Bella Scott's words; retribution should befall on him. Even if Cecelia Anderson's life became miserable later on, what did that have to do with him?
Cecelia's misery had his contribution, and it was only after he abandoned her that he realized he had feelings for her.
Wayne Adams had been silent all along. Seeing Bella enraged, he tried to mediate: "I'm sorry I arrived late today. Emilee Gray wasn't feeling well, so I didn't dare to drive too fast, and that's why I was a bit slow."
He turned his eyes to Emilee: "You have something to tell Cecelia, don't you?"
Everyone then focused their attention on Emilee Gray. She had been hiding behind Wayne Adams earlier, but suddenly was pushed forward by him, revealing her pale face.
