Madeline could not hear what Carter was saying to Jeremy, but she noticed the visible changes in Jeremy’s eyes. Even his expression became colder and darker instantly.

She was suspicious and curious, but she did not have any intention to probe.

When Carter saw the changes in Jeremy’s expression, he curled the corners of his lips and walked back to Madeline’s side in satisfaction.

“Eveline, let’s go.”

Madeline looked at Jeremy who was standing motionless while looking at her without speaking. She smiled at Carter and nodded. “Okay, let’s go.”

Initially, Madeline was not curious, but when she remembered how Jeremy was so insistent on keeping her here and how he was watching her leave without any reaction now, she was feeling very conflicted.

She thought about it before finally asking, “Cart, what did you say to Jeremy just now? Why does he look like he’s stunned? Why isn’t he speaking or reacting?”

A hint of joy flashed across the corners of Carter’s eyes without a trace, but he d