The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 260

It was late outside the police station, the light fading as a cool breeze swept through the night. Andrew, Parrish, and Shirley stood in a tight row, shoulder to shoulder. All six eyes were glued to Charlotte, who stood a little way off, her face unreadable.

Parrish nudged Andrew. “So, what’s up with Charlotte and Anthony?” he asked, keeping his voice low.

Andrew frowned, looking just as thrown as Parrish. “Honestly, I’ve never seen Anthony even touch a woman before,” he mumbled, like he was still trying to process it.

Parrish clicked his tongue, eyes narrowing. “You think Anthony actually likes her?” He glanced at Charlotte, then back at Andrew. “Last time it was in the office, now it’s here at the station… It’s like he keeps showing up whenever she needs someone.”

Andrew just stared at him, almost offended by the idea. “Come on. He’s only met her a couple of times. There’s no way he likes her. Maybe he just saw she was hurt and decided to play the gentleman for once.”

Parrish grinned and folded his arms, eyes never leaving Charlotte. “Maybe. But you gotta admit, they actually look good together. Their vibe just matches, you know?”

Andrew hesitated, then glanced at Charlotte, studying her from the corner of his eye. The idea of the two people he feared most teaming up made something cold crawl down his spine. He shivered. “Can you not say things like that?” His voice cracked. “Seriously, it’s scary to even think about.”

Shirley propped her chin on her hand, her voice quiet and thoughtful. “I don’t know… I kind of think Charlotte likes Anthony too. The way they act around each other, it just feels so natural. Like they’ve known each other forever.”

That thought made Andrew’s heart skip a beat. Before he could say anything, a tall, dark figure strode toward them. Without even glancing their way, Anthony walked straight to Charlotte, slipping his coat over her shoulders and gently taking her hand.

Charlotte, who usually couldn’t stand anyone getting close, just let him. She looked almost sweet, letting Anthony lead her away without a single complaint.

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