Chapter 197

Before Bethany could respond, Frank spoke first. "Don't let Beth carry them. We can just make a few more trips." Trystan furrowed his brows, looking puzzled. "She's not pregnant, so she's not that delicate!" he retorted. Seeing that Frank was about to counter his words, Bethany hurried forward to pull him back. "It's okay. I can help carry some." "No need!" Frank insisted. "Head in first. I'll take care of them. Trys, just leave them there if you don't want to help." Trystan was astonished. After all, he had never seen Frank act in such a way before. For someone who resolutely left home at the tender age of six, he was showing remarkable care and protection over a sister-in-law he barely knew. Trystan couldn't help but wonder what sort of influence Bethany had over Frank. He watched as the two of them walked together. All of a sudden, he felt like an outsider. With a scowl, he carried the items inside. Trystan then caught sight of the director rushing out with a group of chi