Chapter 164

"You can say that in private all you want," Liam said sharply, his voice cutting through the room. "But saying something like that in front of a child—aren't you the least bit ashamed?" Cut off mid-sentence, Jenna was at a loss for what to do. All she could do was let her tears fall, hoping to win some sympathy by looking pitiful. However, Liam wasn't having it. He turned to Elias and said coldly, "Do you even know the whole story? Believing whatever you're told without thinking it through—that's not something a sound, rational adult does." Elias stiffened, his pride bruised. "And what, you expect me to just take your word for it? Why don't we ask Ethan? Let's hear from him who's telling the truth." He was banking on Ethan siding with Jenna. He had clearly been won over by the woman who showered him with treats and toys. Wendy pressed her lips together and gave Liam's sleeve a gentle tug. She shook her head gently. Liam glanced down at her, then gave the faintest nod in return—su