Leah paused and noticed that Mrs. Cooper, the bodyguard, and even Robert were glaring at her and she said sheepishly, "Maybe I was being too blunt, Layla, but I really want you to focus on your studies. I experienced the same thing as you did when I was little. My parents got divorced and I grew up with my father... Do you know Natalie Jennings?" Her words took an unexpected turn toward the end.

The wariness on all their faces instantly turned into curiosity and shock the moment she mentioned Natalie.

"I do!" Layla said. "Do you know her as well?"

Leah grinned shyly. "She is my cousin."

The room fell into silence.

After the visit, Leah called Natalie and went over to her house.

"I told you not to work as a teacher but you won't listen." Natalie poured Leah a glass of water. "I forgot to tell you that I'm not on good terms with Elliot and his family. Going to his house and mentioning my name was a stupid move."

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