Chapter 831

Zachary almost jumped up in surprise. "Timothy! This… I can explain this!" Timothy raised his hand. "No need to explain. I have a weak heart. Just give me a moment." Ashton glanced at him and asked, "Why would you need a moment? Isn't Xan into you too?" Timothy grew frustrated. "That's not the same! We're both—" He refrained from blurting out any chauvinistic remarks in fear of Ashton beating him up. Timothy decided to save himself and instead shrugged. "You'd better head home to have a look now that you're back. Your parents brought Xan home and held her captive. I can't even contact her." "You're exactly who my mom is wary of. Of course, you wouldn't be able to contact her," Ashton replied helplessly as he patted Timothy's shoulders. "We're best friends, so here's a word of advice—just break up with Xan." Timothy was indignant. "Why would I? What's wrong with me and Xan getting together when even Zachary and you could be a couple?" "I'm capable of protecting him," Ashton repl