Chapter 1579

When Vincent heard that, he frowned slightly.

The situation was clear as day, and Faye herself was well aware of it. From the moment they found Belinda until they departed, Lucas had displayed no regard for Faye, not once casting a glance her way.

Even when the group mentioned Faye’s injury, Lucas remained unmoved, his thoughts entirely consumed by Belinda’s well-being.

It was evident that Lucas was deeply worried about Belinda, though his frustration with Faye was equally apparent.

And it wasn’t just Lucas—everyone was mad at Faye.

Her impulsive actions had caused Belinda’s injury.

Luckily, her injury wasn’t severe, but if it had been…

Vincent couldn’t bear to think about that.

He turned to Faye, his tone firm. “Faye, your actions this time were utterly reckless.”

Faye’s lips trembled as she pressed them together tightly for a moment, nodding emphatically. “I understand; I was wrong! I was just so overwhelmed with emotions then, and I needed to step out to clear my head. You all know I’ve always been bold—even as a kid, I could wander the mountain alone. I had no idea security would alert you, or that everyone would come searching for me. I’m truly sorry.”

She paused, then added with a look of relief, “But thank goodness you found me, or I might have been trapped in that pit.”

“What exactly happened before? Why were you in a bad mood at that time?” Vincent asked.

Faye’s gaze dropped, her tone heavy with sorrow. “It was nothing, really. Uncle Lucas pulled me aside for a stern talk, warning me not to mention our childhood moments when Belinda’s around. I felt sad after hearing that. Uncle Lucas seemed to have changed so much. Back when he was dating Verena or even when he was married to Belinda, he wasn’t like this. He was always so close to me, but now, he is different.”

Vincent’s brow furrowed again as he processed Faye’s words.

He hadn’t anticipated this issue to be related to Lucas and Belinda.

His gaze toward Faye became more complex. “Faye, I’ve told you before—you’re over twenty now, and you need to respect boundaries. It seems my advice didn’t sink in. Lucas’s words to you were justified. Why do you keep dredging up childhood memories? Those were moments from when you were young; what’s the point of bringing them up now? And stop saying Lucas has changed. Even if he has, what’s it to you? Faye, you should know your place.

You’re just Lucas’s niece!”

The final sentence carried a sharp edge.

Faye’s face gradually turned pale. She was momentarily at a loss for words.

She bit her lip hard.

After a long pause, she murmured in her defense, “I know I’m just Lucas’s niece, and I’ve never tried to compete with Belinda for his attention. It’s just… Lucas’s change has caught me off guard, and I’m finding it hard to come to terms with it.”

“Besides, you understand that Uncle Lucas and I shared a wonderful bond during our childhood years, and he’s always treated me well. So, I’m having a hard time adjusting to his sudden change. That’s why I feel upset,” Faye said.