Chapter 520

Annie stared at the message, her eyes welling up with grievance. Even her closest family didn't understand her. Annie wondered if they knew that the fate of the Williams family today was akin to what the Silver family could face in the future. Even now, all they cared for was their self-respect. Even Grayson had called, urging her to find a way to get together with Joe. He stopped short of explicitly suggesting she offer herself. She had wanted to be with Joe. Back when their relationship was still good, she had tried to seize every opportunity to get into Joe's bed. However, in the end, Joe didn't even spare her a glance. Now that Joe had Skylar by his side, it seemed impossible for her to become entangled with Joe. It wasn't that she couldn't see the situation clearly. Rather, her parents were both blind to the truth. Recalling Skylar's words in the restaurant moments ago, Annie's mood grew heavier. Her phone's ringing snapped her back to reality. It was Steven. Her fingers st