When My Ex's Worst Enemy Became My Sanctuary novel Chapter 178

Jared was right behind Dorothea and Latham as they left the wedding reception.

“Dorothea?”

She paused, turning when she heard Jared’s voice. Just thinking about that whole scene from earlier made her cheeks heat up. She knew Jared had seen everything.

Jared reached for her hand, giving it a gentle squeeze. “You really didn’t deserve all that, kid.”

As Jared listened to some guests nearby gossiping about Elise, he figured out the tangled relationships between Dorothea, Elise, and Carola. Remembering what he saw in the video, that sweet face hiding such a cruel heart, he couldn’t help wondering if Dorothea had gone through the same things as a child. With her sensitive nature, it made his heart ache even more.

“Dorothea, don’t stress. Those kids are from our middle school, so I’ll head back to campus and handle it right away. If you’re comfortable sharing their info with me…”

Dorothea shook her head. “Jared, I can’t give you that information. I haven’t even told Latham. I promised their parents I’d protect their privacy. If I get their consent and they want the school to help, I’ll let you know then.”

Honestly, though, Dorothea doubted the school would care. After all, those kids had already graduated years ago. Still, she didn’t want to crush Jared’s enthusiasm.

Jared let out a heavy sigh. “I’ve always worked in the high school division. I had no idea things like this happened at our school.”

“It’s tough to get the school involved, but I’ll do my best. At least you brought it to light and stood up for them.”

Dorothea felt awkward under the praise. “I really didn’t do much. It was nothing, honestly.”

Jared glanced over at Latham, teasing, “I knew there’s no way you’d ever prefer men.”

Back when Dorothea first called her, she’d been a little worried, not totally sure her student wouldn’t get hurt. Now, seeing how things played out, Jared could finally relax. Just watching those kisses, it was obvious Latham was crazy about Dorothea.

“Well, I’ll leave you two lovebirds alone. I’ll see you next month at your wedding.”

After Jared left, Latham grinned and winked at Dorothea. “So, how’d I do today?”

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