Pursuing Her (Sophie and Tristan)

Chapter 23 Evidence

to see her daughter in this state.“Why are you so evil at such a young age? What did my Queenie do to you that you did this to her?”Seeing her mother, Queenie ran into her embrace.“Mom, I’m scared. I don’t want to go to school anymore.”“Don’t be scared, Queenie. I believe the police will help us,” replied Cynthia Lane, Queenie’s mother.“We’re at fault here, so if you need anything, we’ll surely give it to you,” said Charmaine. This matter can’t travel out. Otherwise, our family will be embarrassed once again.“Really? Then break your daughter’s nose. Our family doesn’t need any more money.”“We’re really sorry, Mrs. Lane. Sophie’s still young. Please let her off the hook this time. What are you waiting for, Sophie? Apologize!”Seeing Charmaine behaving like this, Josiah spoke up. “Hold on.” Why is she blaming Sophie when she doesn’t know the full story yet?“Dad, you don’t have to get involved in this. I’ll handle it.” Knowing Josiah’s temper, Charmaine was afraid that he would make things worse.“Get to the side, Charmaine.” Josiah did not wish to continue watching Charmaine slandering his granddaughter like this.“Dad—”“Grandpa, it’s okay. Trust me. I’ll get this dealt with.”How would a kid like her deal with this matter? ”Soph—”“Dad, let’s just use money to resolve this issue.”“Money? Do you think our family lacks money? Officer, you’ve seen so yourself how this family behaves. I’ve had enough. I’m not going to accept anything they offer. I want to press charges against her.”Hearing that, Charmaine panicked. “You better shut the hell