Chapter 543
"Understood, I would have discerned that even without your explanation," Michael responded, his head bobbing in a nod.
Observing his reaction, Cassie felt a wave of relief wash over her, and she departed alongside Laura. Despite Michael's somewhat dull nature, he was fundamentally a decent man, far from despicable. His presence would undoubtedly offer some solace to the grieving William Zenith and his wife.
As they retreated, Megan's gaze dropped, a fleeting shadow of darkness flickering in her eyes. She had never intended for Nina's mother to receive a proper burial, yet she hadn't anticipated Joseph's specific instructions to Michael regarding this matter.
Was he harboring concerns?
Megan was equally taken aback by Cassie's decision to record their conversation, leaving her with the bitter taste of her own actions. Cursing under her breath, she thought of Cassie and Nina as two peas in a pod.In the parking lot, Laura murmured her grievances to Cassie. "I've just come to realize that Michael harbors feelings for Megan. Whoever ends up with him is destined for heartbreak. Such naive men are mere playthings for duplicitous women. Hasn't Michael shared a kiss with Megan? Does that imply I've indirectly kissed Megan as well?" Cassie responded with surprise, "When did you impose a kiss on Michael? Are there no other men for you to kiss? Even a random beggar would be a better choice than Michael.""It was when Benjamin came looking for me, and Michael happened to be nearby. I kissed Michael to spite Benjamin. I regret it now." Cassie's face contorted in disgust, "Don't make me nauseous. I don't want to feel repulsed. Megan's ex-boyfriend is still my husband. I can't even count the number of times we've kissed.""Indeed, you've indirectly kissed Megan countless times. You should brush your teeth, it's quite revolting."Joseph, who had been leading the way, thought to himself, "Don't these two realize that their voices echo in the parking lot? I can hear every word they say."In their eyes, he and Michael were as insignificant as dog excrement. Was such disdain really necessary?Joseph halted in his tracks.Laura glanced at Joseph's expression, quickly grasping the situation, "My car is over there, I'm leaving. Bye.""I drove here too…" Cassie turned around, intending to leave.Joseph reached out and grasped Cassie's arm, "Let Joe drive your car, I'll take you there.""I don't want to share a space with you." Cassie's resentment towards Joseph was palpable." Cassie, I'm sorry, but I've already punished Nathan. You just witnessed it." Joseph lowered his gaze in regret, "I also ensured Michael would oversee William and Nina's mother's funeral, so there won't be any issues.""So what?" Cassie looked up, disappointment etched in her eyes. "If I hadn't recorded the audio, would you have believed me? You would have still assumed that Laura and I were tormenting Megan and her brother."A flicker of discomfort crossed Joseph's eyes. "I didn't anticipate... ""You didn't anticipate a lot of things." Cassie scoffed. "What's the point of apologizing to me now? They're all dead. I hope you'll think twice before helping people in the future and consider the kind of scum you're aiding.""Alright, Nathan is scum. Are we going to continue arguing because of him?" Joseph attempted to placate her. "After work, I'll accompany you shopping, okay?""Sorry, I'm not in the mood for shopping. And I sincerely hope you stop always taking Megan's side. I don't care how kind and pure she appeared in your eyes before, but after vanishing for several years, do you know what she's been through? Is she still the same person she used to be?"
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