Barrett remained seated on the bed, and his gaze swept over Jacey, whose eyes were swollen and red.

It was uncomfortable to look at her, and Barrett spoke calmly, "Grandpa, you can speak here."

Mr. Smith glanced at Zoe, evidently feeling uncomfortable discussing certain matters in her presence.

Zoe moved to leave, but Barrett stopped her. "No need to go. Miss Woods already knows about what happened a couple of days ago."

Jacey was surprised. She never expected Barrett to let Zoe know about the embarrassing incident between her and Beckett.

She felt somewhat embarrassed, biting her lip and lowering her head.

"Barrett, that incident that day, it really was...