Chapter 1226

"How could you say that? I was only focused on saving Phoebe—I wasn't thinking about anything else." Feena studied Jack carefully. Seeing that he didn't seem to be lying, she finally smiled sweetly. "I believe you," she murmured. Then, after saying that, she felt a twinge of guilt—maybe she'd gone too far with that pinch. Her heart softened a little. She had to admit it—she was nervous about him. Deep down, she feared someone might come along and steal him away. And among all the women she had met, the only one who made her feel even slightly inferior was Phoebe. Phoebe was clever, beautiful, and had a quiet, effortless charm that drew people in—even Feena couldn't resist her. Feena knew Phoebe might one day become a threat, but she still found herself drawn to her. In the end, they became the closest of friends. Brilliant people always gravitate toward each other. "Still, you did the right thing," Feena said, gently rubbing the reddened spot on Jack's waist where she'd pinched