Chapter 1553

Ryan gasped for air as though there was not enough oxygen in the air. Driven by his deep sense of loyalty, Ryan chose to stand against Gregory to defend his two best friends at that party. But the price he had to pay for his decision was truly high. He may never be able to marry the woman he loves most. He could challenge the entire Hoffman family and was willing to even risk everything. But how could Carrie do that? She seemed so helpless and afraid. Even if she wanted to, how could he allow her to handle all that pressure and abandon everyone? “Carrie, come back home. You’re a good girl. Listen to Daddy and come home.” Gregory’s gaze softened as he looked at Carrie and opened his arms. “You’re still young and don’t understand the ways of the world. You can’t see through people’s hearts. You don’t even know when you’ve been deceived. But it doesn’t matter. I don’t blame you. As long as you come back, you’ll still be Daddy’s good daughter… Daddy’s most beloved daughter.” Carrie fel