Chapter 44

That sounded like Kathleen had somehow bullied Shawn. She followed behind him, teasing, "Maybe I should give you a good shake, so no one thinks I took advantage of you." Judy was there when they entered the room, smiling as she looked at them. The Silvas hadn't left yet, and their gazes on the two of them were strange. Shawn naturally didn't ask about it, and Kathleen didn't either. As soon as they came back, Peter stood up to say goodbye. Judy invited them to stay for dinner, but Peter politely declined, gathering his family and leaving the Vance residence. Kathleen didn't go to see them off. She never wanted to see the Silva family again. After sending them off, Judy and Henry returned to the living room. Henry called Shawn to the study, leaving just Judy and Kathleen in the living room. Judy took Kathleen's hand affectionately, her eyes full of warmth. "It seems your relationship with Shawn is getting better and better." Kathleen was momentarily stunned, then immediately th