The smile on Charlene’s face melted away, but she still kept her composure. “It’s all thanks to you, Miss McKinnon. If you hadn't kept Brendan company when I was away, he wouldn't have missed me so much and wouldn't have thought of taking me out of jail. It seems that you can never shake off the fact that you're my substitute, Miss McKinnon.”

When Brendan heard what Charlene said, he frowned slightly and glared at her threateningly. However, Charlene ignored him. She knew his secret, so she was