As Jarrod continued to ignore her, Doreenâs anxiety reached its peak, and she no longer minded the onlookersâ presence.
She yelled, âJarrod, Iâve been assaulted, Iâve been violatedâ¦â
A heavy silence descended upon the scene.
Finally, Jarrod glanced up at Doreen, his brow furrowed.
âWhat did you just say?â
Jarrodâs words were a lifeline for Doreen.
She understood that as long as Jarrod remained attentive to her, he wouldnât abandon her.
After all, Jarrod had few remaining family members in the world.
She and her mother were kind of his closest relatives.
He had witnessed her grow up, forging a bond that couldnât easily be broken.
âIâm not sure.
I canât say if it was the Hampton or Watts family.
I donât know.
They blindfolded me, dragged me into an alley, and assaulted me⦠It happened so suddenlyâ¦â Doreen wept, appearing utterly distraught.
This elucidated the reason behind her disheveled appearance, bearing unmistakable signs of abuse across her body.
Doreen had already been apprehended by security guards, awaiting the arrival of the police to transfer her into her detention.
Doreenâs actions constituted a criminal offense, rendering it impossible to release her without consequences.
Jarrod furrowed his brow, uncertain of the truth of Doreenâs words.
However, Nicole was convinced of Doreenâs claims.
Given Doreenâs distressed state and her willingness to vocalize such assertions in public, it seemed improbable that Doreen was being deceitful.
No woman would tarnish her own reputation by boldly declaring such a matter.
Yet, Nicole recognized this as merely an effort to evade accountability.
âJarrod, Jarrod, I truly didnât intend any harm.
I was bewildered, overwhelmed with angerâ¦â
Jarrod cast his eyes downward.
Despite feeling some sympathy for Doreenâs plight, he stood his ground.
âIâm not the one from whom you should seek leniency.
â
Although Jarrod had shielded Nicole from harm, Doreenâs true target was Nicole herself.
It was an act he couldnât forgive on Nicoleâs behalf.
Moreover, he had finally reached an agreement with Nicole, fostering a brief period of peaceful coexistence.
He couldnât allow this incident to disrupt their balance.
Had it not been for his recent intervention, Nicoleâs unborn child would have beenâ¦
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With this thought, Jarrodâs countenance hardened.
He had extended more than just kindness to Doreen and her mother, driven in part by family bond.
Yet, should they pose a threat to his child, he would not hesitate to act without leniency.
Doreenâs sense of injustice persisted, her tears flowing as she pleaded, âJarrod, how could you do this? Canât you simply speak a word and resolve it? If you disapprove, would she dare to harm me.
â
Jarrodâs expression turned resolute.
âI cannot dictate for Nicole.
Should you seek reconciliation, do so sincerely.
However, her subsequent actions are beyond my intervention.
â
Jarrod had made himself clear.
He refused to aid Doreen.
In her despair, Doreen felt as though her world had plunged into darkness.
âItâs all because of you!!â she screamed, her eyes brimming with hatred as she pointed accusingly at Nicole.
âYouâre the reason the Watts family and the Hampton family are after me.
My life is ruined because of you!â
Doreen harbored a desire to dismantle Nicole, yet Nicole found the situation amusing.
âMiss Schultz, by what authority do you accuse me? Iâve never provoked you.
Each instance of trouble originates from your actions.
â
Doreen had been indulged since childhood, but did that justify her trampling on others? Did it warrant them enduring bullying and stifling their grievances?
Doreen wept hysterically.
âHad you not enticed Roscoe, would I have treated you this way? Why would I target you out and not others?â
This inquiry grew even more absurd.
Nicole discerned Doreenâs skills in manipulating the situation, attempting to prompt her to introspect on her culpability.