"You better cut that crap! Remember how she did shameful things back then, three years ago now? I think now that she has learned some lessons, then I am still pretty sure she will do it again. Besides, a person like her cannot change despite whatever she has learned!" one woman from the side also shared her opinion.
That said, they didn't respond at all and remained muted, seeing our presence nearby.
That woman looked in Callum's direction with confidence, as if acting like she didn't mention anything about me. At the same time, I saw Callum's gaze at this point also was too sharp, as if it could kill anyone.
I was well aware Callum had that reaction not to defend me but also not to distract her mother's birthday celebration.
On the other hand, Nathan Holden, Callum and I’s father come out, holding Avery Holden, Callum's mother, my stepmother and the birthday celebrant's hands.
Upon seeing them, I immediately slightly bowed to show I respected them.
"Indeed, Callum was right. Learning some lessons made Vera more obedient," Dad said with a smile.
I continued standing with my head down and eyes on the floor while Avery looked sympathetic.