Sadie shot Hannah a disdainful glance.
“Just because she won some game, she’s acting all high and mighty.”
Standing off to the side, Eliana softly said, “Miss Moore, Declan’s only concerned. The death was mysterious, and there’s a risk you could get dragged into this.”
Hannah shot back, “Didn’t you see the livestream? He tried to ram me with his car but ended up driving off the cliff. What’s that got to do with me? Besides, is your boyfriend caring for me something to show off about?”
Hannah rolled her eyes as she looked at Eliana.
“Rather than feigning concern here, maybe focus on your own people. Haven’t you had enough humiliation, Ms. Patel? What else do you want to be shamed for?”
Eliana, stung by Hannah’s cutting words, went ashen-faced and shot a pleading look at Declan.
However, Declan’s attention was solely on Hannah. He didn’t even glance Eliana’s way, which made her seethe with anger.
Declan’s eyes softened a bit.
“Hannah, may we have a private word?”
No.”
Hannah met Declan’s gaze icily.
“There’s nothing left for us to discuss.”
“I didn’t come to fight or inconvenience you. I simply have some things I’d like to say. Would you give me a moment for Grandma’s sake?”
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“Stay away from him, Hannah!” Lydia shot Declan a warning look.
“Who knows what he’s planning!”
“It’s okay, Lydia. Wait for me outside.”
Though Lydia felt a twinge of apprehension, she departed, glancing back multiple times.
Declan signaled to the two behind him to leave, then stayed and set a bottle of water next to Hannah.
“I can imagine it must have been unsettling after the contest. If you need anything, just say the word.”
Hannah’s brow furrowed as she looked up at Declan.
“If that’s all you’ve got, you can go now.”
“No!” Declan blurted out, “I truly worry about you. Seeing you almost get hurt filled me with concern.”
To Hannah, it sounded Like a cruel joke. She sneered, “Declan Edwards, we have no connection now. Stop this charade of caring. Why not turn your concern toward your fiancee instead?”