Chapter 245

Carlisle's expression softened upon hearing Shirley's words. He looked at her approvingly and reassured, "Shirley, you've always been the most understanding. Don't worry. Since I promised to take care of you and Ivy. I won't let either of you suffer." "I understand, Carlisle. You don't have to explain so much. I trust you," Shirley said with an empathetic smile, though inside, she was desperate to steer the conversation away. She was afraid if Carlisle kept talking, he might actually follow through with the idea of sending her and Ivy out of the Zachman residence just to win Katrina back. Seeing that Carlisle was about to say something else, she quickly picked up the insulated food container and walked over to the attached rest area. With a bright smile, she said, "Carlisle, let's not talk about that right now. "You barely ate anything this morning. You must be hungry. Why don't you eat something before getting back to work?" After the commotion earlier with Katrina, Carlisle had