FreeGoodNovelChapter 1275: Despite his dislike for Merrick, Cliff chose to rise above the situation. He helped him get dressed and supported him back to his room. As they stepped out of the elevator, Laney approached with Kailyn by her side.
Merrick immediately straightened up, pretending as if nothing had happened.
Laney's expression hardened the moment she spotted Cliff.
Noticing Cliff supporting Merrick, she asked, "Merrick, what happened?" Cliff withdrew his hand expressionlessly.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtWithout his support, Merrick stumbled, barely managing to stay on his feet. Laney quickly stepped forward to steady him, offering her help.
Cliff reached Merrick before Laney.
"What's going on? Did someone hit you?" Laney asked, eyeing Cliff with suspicion.
Merrick, not one to falsely blothers, replied, "It has nothing to do with your cousin. I just twisted my back while walking." He gave Cliff a subtle elbow nudge, signaling for sbackup.
Cliff didn't hesitate.
"He's not telling the truth. He got hurt during a romantic encounter in the car." The room fell silent at his revelation.
Merrick's face reflected deep indignation.
"Cliff, what have I ever done to you?" Laney, frowning as she noticed Merrick's pale face, interjected, "Enough now. Let's get you back to your room." She moved to support Merrick, but Cliff brushed off her hand.
Find your favorite stories at g V In σ v s., conn "I've got this." Laney wasn't having it. She shoved him away.
"No need. A stranger shouldn't get involved in this." Cliff found himself speechless.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMerrick, genuinely touched by Laney's concern, said, “You're the best. Don't worry, I won't lean on you." Cliff watched them leave with a cold gaze, hesitated, and then decided to follow.
Kailyn seemed eager to be part of the action, but Cliff shot her a look.
"I need to have a word with Laney. Leave us." Kailyn responded hesitantly, "Oh."
Merrick sprawled on the bed, starting to browse his phone to order smedicine online. Laney had barely a moment to herself before Cliff pulled her aside.
"You didn't seem surprised by his car escapades. You knew he often fooled e around behind your back, didn't you?"
Laney nodded, acknowledging the truth. After things fell apart with Cliff, Merrick stopped pursuing her actively. They were just friends now. She faced Cliff. "Yes, I'm aware. What about it?" Cliff frowned.
"You still ask 'what about it'? Are you trying to makeangry?" "This is my life. It's none of your concern," Laney reminded him, her voice firm.
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