Chapter 359: Chapter 359

"You’re lying, why?" Quinn Lockwood frowned, puzzled why Linda would refuse her.

She had just helped him drive away the debt collectors, and judging by his earlier attitude, he was genuinely grateful, not pretending.

Why wouldn’t he be willing to help clear up a simple misunderstanding?

"Even if I witnessed it that day, if I spoke out, no one would believe me. I’m inconsequential and have no standing in the group."

Linda clasped her hands together, her gaze evasively fixed on the floor, her voice so faint it was almost inaudible.

Quinn Lockwood was nearly frantic. She strode forward, standing before Linda, gripping her shoulders to make her look at her: "Linda, you must have seen the trending news about me these past two days, right?" The rıghtful source is novｅlfire.net

"This matter clearly has nothing to do with me, yet I’m bearing the blame for someone else and being cursed online. You’re a girl too; you must understand how it feels to be humiliated ."

"If you were me, and the incident got out today, people outside would say you deserved it, saying you deliberately seduced them!"

Quinn Lockwood’s little face was twisted with emotion. Had she been even a touch more fragile, she might have ended up pleading tearfully with Linda.

Linda stared blankly at Quinn Lockwood’s face, recalling how she fearlessly stood up to those men, and a sudden pang of sadness hit her heart.

Feels like she finally got a glimpse of her situation.

Indeed, they were both girls, just like she was almost violated by those debt-collecting men; she was the victim, yet she had to bear the blame and endure everyone’s insults as if she deserved it.

"Alright." Linda hesitated for a long time but eventually nodded, taking a deep breath, her expression somewhat unnatural.

Quinn Lockwood felt significantly relieved after leaving Linda’s place.

If all went smoothly, she would soon see the light at the end of the tunnel.

"Cameron, I have something to ask you." Quinn Lockwood looked up at the sky, then shifted her gaze back to Cameron Grant.

"Go ahead, little one, I’m more than willing." Cameron Grant smiled gently, his voice soothing and clean.

A slight curve appeared on Quinn Lockwood’s lips as she slowly spoke: "The entry pass for the Morden Fashion red carpet show two days from now."

"Yesterday, their person in charge canceled my entry pass, but due to this incident, I intend to clear things up at this show."

"After all, there is no notice of any similar large-scale event in the country recently, and this matter of mine really can’t be postponed any longer."

Cameron Grant listened attentively to Quinn Lockwood’s plan and nodded seriously.

"No problem, I’ll organize the arrangements and other matters related to the show into a document for you."

"So, do you want to stay at home today? If you’re at home, it’ll be easier for us to discuss the show arrangements." Cameron Grant looked at Quinn Lockwood with warmth and a hint of cautious expectation.

Quinn Lockwood suddenly fell silent. After pondering for a moment, she nodded and said: "I’ll go back. After the red carpet show, I’ll return to The Sinclair Family."

Cameron Grant’s clear eyes momentarily chilled, but his mouth curved up with a warm, clean smile.

Mr. Lowell and Mrs. Lowell were abroad attending a family alliance engagement dinner, so they weren’t at home.

After Cameron Grant and Quinn Lockwood finished their simple meal, they began discussing the plan for the red carpet show.

Cameron Grant managed to secure Quinn Lockwood a position towards the end of the show, which could both showcase her status and provide an opportunity to clarify the misunderstanding at a captivating moment.

"Don’t worry, Savannah, everything will go smoothly." Cameron Grant ruffled Quinn Lockwood’s hair, his clear eyes full of tenderness.

"You’ve been watching for so long, you should rest. I’ll review the remaining parts and tell you about it tomorrow, okay?"

"Rest assured, I’ll handle everything. You just need to stand behind me."

Cameron Grant looked at Quinn Lockwood warmly, his enchanting almond-shaped eyes filled with captivating hues, his soft-toned voice giving the sensation of lying on cotton.

Quinn Lockwood met his gaze, almost losing herself in that spring-water-like tenderness.

"I’m okay; I can’t always have you protect me , otherwise, your little sister-in-law might get jealous in the future." Quinn Lockwood quickly shifted her gaze. Although she vaguely understood Cameron Grant’s true intentions, she chose to avoid amplifying such feelings.

Things were genuinely fine now, and if it turned out she was overthinking, it would be quite awkward.

Cameron Grant’s smile froze momentarily upon hearing Quinn Lockwood’s words but quickly recovered.

He turned on the bedside lamp, lifted the quilt for Quinn Lockwood to lie down.

"Good girl, go to sleep. I’ll stay here for a while to look over the files, and I’ll leave once you’re asleep."

Quinn Lockwood was indeed a bit sleepy. Listening to Cameron Grant’s soothing voice, akin to the mellow sound of a guqin, her eyelids began to feel heavy.

Indeed, in front of Cameron Grant, Quinn Lockwood was like a child who needed to be cared for and coaxed.

Quinn Lockwood hesitated but seeing Cameron Grant holding the quilt waiting for her, she didn’t have the heart to refuse or make him wait unnecessarily.

"Alright then, Cameron. You should rest early too." Quinn Lockwood lay down, gently smiling at Cameron Grant.

"Sleep well, good night." Cameron Grant took the file from Quinn Lockwood’s hand, and once she lay down, tenderly pulled the quilt over her.

Quinn Lockwood felt disoriented and uneasy with Cameron Grant staying in the room while she slept.

Every now and then, she opened her eyes a bit to check on Cameron Grant, observing his focused analysis of file contents, scolding herself internally.

Quinn Lockwood, don’t let your thoughts run wild.

With the rustling sound as fingers brushed over paper, Quinn Lockwood drifted into a deep sleep.

Cameron Grant sat by the bed, flipping through the remaining files, unaware that it was already late at night.

After closing the file folder and placing it on the bedside table, Cameron Grant looked at the sleeping Quinn Lockwood, whose cheeks had a slight blush, his eyes filled with deep affection.

Seems like he’s completely sunk in.

Although he knew she was married to Elias Sinclair, Cameron Grant knew Quinn Lockwood was not happy or content.

Cameron Grant still clearly remembers the first time she called him brother when she returned home.

That time, she seemed startled by his surprised look, and her bright and sunny smile was frozen on her face for quite a while.

Although Quinn Lockwood now always seemed cheerful, Cameron Grant never saw a smile as natural and comforting as that day again.

"Good night." Cameron Grant gently stroked Quinn Lockwood’s cheek and bent down, leaving a light kiss on her cheek.