Chapter 856

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Keira remained silent. “Who are you p>

The other end of the line immediately responded, “I’m Pig, sent by Eagle to recruit you. Consider joining us! We have better resources than Fox. If you follow Eagle, you’ll be sure to succeed in the end p>

Keira scoffed. “Why should I trust you p>

“Eagle knows what you want. Isn’t it freedom for your mother? She can make that happen. Fox’s too emotional, but Eagle, she’s the real leader. Think about it p>

Keira pressed her lips together. “I’ll think about it p>

The call was abruptly ended. Keira glanced at the phone—it had lasted 29 seconds, just enough to track the caller’s location, showing they were careful and didn’t fully trust her.

She couldn’t just agree to Pig after having fallen out with Erin. That would seem too fake.

This situation needed more time to develop.

With a sigh, Keira turned and headed back to the Horton residence.

As soon as she stepped inside, Lewis approached. “So, how did it go p>

Keira sighed again. “She left. Looks like she really is angry—she blocked me on Whatsapp p>

It was all part of their act, so blocking her wasn’t necessary.

Lewis cleared his throat. “So, are you going to chase after her and apologize p>

“Should I?” Keira shrugged, confused about what to do after an argument with a best friend.

Lewis gently took hold of her arm. “No need to chase her. Just wait here. If anyone asks, just tell them what you really feel p>

Keira blinked. “What p>

She felt like she was coming across as a bit heartless.

Together, they walked into the Horton house.

Inside, Sean, looking thin and gaunt, was already sitting on the couch. As soon as they entered, he stood up. “Is there food tonight p>

His lackey immediately chimed in, “My lord hasn’t eaten for ten days! Miss Olsen, please save him p>

Keira fought the urge to roll her eyes.

This picky eater had been gone for ten days, and now he claimed to be starving. All the weight he’d gained before had vanished in that time.

Keira walked into the kitchen. “Alright, I’ll make you some pasta p>

Sean nodded, sitting back down on the couch, his stunning face set in a deep, thoughtful expression.

Lewis, observing, spoke up. “Keera and Erin had a falling out. Why don’t you just go with Erin p>

Sean scoffed. “What? Do I have to choose sides just because they’re splitting? If I must choose, I’m with Miss Olsen. Without her, I’d starve! She’s the one who keeps me alive p>

Lewis was speechless.

Sean coolly looked at him. “I know you want me to leave, think I’m annoying. But I’m sticking with her for life. After all, she’s my lifeline! If anything happens to her, I’ll be dead in three months from hunger p>

When Keira first came to Clance, Sean had nearly starved to death, his condition deteriorating for weeks. Only after meeting her did he start recovering.

Keira frowned as she overheard the conversation from the kitchen.

She was about to leave for the South family soon. If she left Sean behind in Clance, would he starve to death?

That thought made her feel oddly silly, almost like a mother worried about her child.

Shaking her head, she finished making the pasta and even fried some bacon for him.

She was about to leave for a while—might as well fatten him up in the meantime. At least, if she left, he’d last longer.

When the food was brought to the table, Keira looked at Sean with a tenderness she hadn’t expected to feel.

Sean shot her a look, his lips twitching. “Are you trying to make me feel guilty p>

The next week was quiet.

Erin hadn’t returned, and Keira hadn’t gone looking for her. If anyone asked, Keira just said, “I didn’t do anything wrong. Why should I apologize? I already did, and she’s ignoring me. What more can I do p>

Even Sean started to think she was being a bit heartless.

For the past week, Keira and Lewis had shown mercy, letting Sean stay at the Horton house and freeload off their food. Charles also came by daily, pleading with Keira to reconcile with his girlfriend.

The problem was, his girlfriend had blocked him too p>

But judging by the way they acted, it looked like there was no chance they’d reconnect. Charles left, feeling down, as though his relationship with Erin was beyond saving.

Keira saw his defeated expression and almost told him the truth.

A week later, Keira received another call. “Rabbit, have you decided yet whether you’ll join us p>

Keira lowered her gaze. “Join you? What kind of sincerity are you offering p>

Pig’s voice was slow and smooth. “Our sincerity is great, so much so… I came personally to visit you. How about it p>

Keira’s pupils shrank. “Where are you p>

“Outside your door p>