Comeback Of The Adored Heiress
Chapter 128

Andrew’s gaze softened as he looked at her.

“You should go to bed early,” he said gently.

Kristine watched as Andrew and Madisyn conversed, their attention locked on each other.

The tension in her tightened jaw hinted at the emotion she struggled to keep in check.

Once Andrew finished his gentle exchange with Madisyn, his gaze shifted to Dane, sharp as a blade.

“Mr.

Johns, isn’t it a bit inappropriate to badmouth me behind my back?”

Dane met Andrew’s piercing gaze without flinching.

“I’m just being honest.

I’ve only got one sister, and it’s my job to protect her.

I can’t let her fall for something-or someone-that isn’t right.

”

Andrew’s eyes narrowed slightly, but his voice remained steady.

“You’re right to be protective.

Waylon’s sister is like my own.

I’d never let anything happen to her.

”

Dane’s expression darkened, a flash of anger in his eyes.

Like his own? The thought grated on him.

“Madisyn already has three brothers.

She doesn’t need another.

” Dane didn’t mince his words.

Andrew didn’t back down either.

“Have you asked Madisyn what she thinks? She has her parents.

And an elder brother’s control might be more of a burden than you realize.

”

Dane was momentarily taken aback.

He turned to Madisyn, trying to explain, “I didn’t mean it like that…”

The two men’s argument had left Madisyn with a pounding headache.

“I’m going to bed,” she said abruptly.

Without another word, she turned and headed upstairs.

Kristine approached Andrew, her tone soft and hopeful.

“Andre, why don’t you stay for a bit? I could make you a cup of tea.

”

But the warmth in Andrew’s demeanor vanished the moment Madisyn was out of sight.

“No, thank you,” he replied, his voice icy and distant.

“I’m heading out.

”

With that, he turned on his heel and left.

Kristine stood there, momentarily stunned, the chill in the air seeping into her bones.

She couldn’t shake the nagging question that gnawed at her.

Why couldn’t he recognize what a wonderful woman she was?

She was accomplished; she was everything one could want-so why did everyone’s attention seem to revolve around Madisyn?

Upstairs, Madisyn stepped out of the shower, refreshed but weary.

She glanced at her phone, catching up on the latest updates online.

“Do the employees of Natural Beauty arrogantly believe they can outperform Migge Skincare?”

“Whose side are you on, Natural Beauty or Migge Skincare?”