Chapter 38

Bailey withdrew her hand and casually rubbed her nose as she disclosed, "I got into a scuffle this afternoon." "With who?" Naomi inquired. "It's all in the past, Naomi. Don't bother asking," Bailey dismissed casually. "Bailey, don't leave me in the dark," Naomi warned. Bailey knew Naomi's temperament well. Despite her usual cheerfulness, crossing her boundaries might lead to unexpected consequences. "I met Madelyn this afternoon. She had more people with her, and I couldn't handle it," Bailey explained. As Naomi headed for the door, Bailey grabbed her and asked, "Where are you going?" Naomi's expression soured. "Do you think I can just sit back and do nothing about it seeing you like this?" Bailey firmly held onto her. "Naomi, it's over, and this isn't just about Madelyn. Please don't act impulsively." Sensing an underlying message, Naomi suppressed her anger. "Fine, I won't act rashly. Tell me everything." Seated at the table, Bailey recounted, "A few days ago, I