Jonah’s expression turned thunderous. He couldn’t understand why Scarlett had talked to him like that. And yes, he wasn’t used to her ignoring him like this. He wanted her to come over and show some concern. The moment his pain became unbearable while in the infirmary, Scarlett was the first person who came to his mind. He wanted her to come and ease his pain with acupuncture like she used to. But before he could even ask, Lily had already mentioned Scarlett, suggesting that this was a good chance to mend things with her. At the time, he thought about yesterday’s unpleasant encounter and how Scarlett had humiliated the Quinn family. He gritted his teeth in anger. Even though it hurt like hell, he stubbornly refused to call for her. Still, he was sure that even if he didn’t call her, Scarlett would hear about it and come running to check on him, just like she always did. Wasn’t it always like that before? Yet today, even after he endured the pain and got his injuries treated, Scarlett never showed up. And now, seeing her sneer at him and ignore him like he was nothing, Jonah felt like he was going to explode. “Scarlett, can’t you at least talk to me properly?” Jonah demanded, his voice tight with anger. Scarlett gave a lazy shrug, her tone dripping with indifference. “Oh, getting mad now, are we?” Her offhand remark was enough to make Jonah’s blood pressure spike. “Scarlett,” Lily spoke up, frowning with concern, “do you know why Jonah got hurt so badly?” She explained, “He got hurt standing up for you. How can you treat him like this? You’re going to break his heart.” Scarlett tilted her head, pretending to be confused. “Who exactly are you? What do you have to do with me? Why would anyone stand up for me?” Lily looked around to make sure no one was nearby, then said in a low, disappointed voice, “I know you’re still upset that I took your place as the Quinn family’s daughter.” “But you know it’s not something I nor Jonah could control,” she continued, lowering her gaze. “Jonah was just worried you’d be bullied. That’s why he stepped in.” “Even if you hate me,” Lily added with a pleading look, “you should at least care about Jonah.” Scarlett let out a cold laugh. “How funny. Weren’t you always the one who hated when I showed any concern for Jonah?” “Well, don’t worry,” Scarlett continued with a mock smile. “Jonah’s all yours now. You should be thrilled.” “Scarlett, how could you misunderstand me like that?” Lily’s eyes filled with tears as she turned to Jonah, her voice trembling. “Jonah, I didn’t… I even wanted to call Scarlett over earlier, but you wouldn’t let me.” Jonah’s expression turned even colder. “Scarlett, why do you always have to think the worst of Lily? She’s been speaking up for you in front of me all along. Have you ever said a single good word for her?” Scarlett let out a short, scornful laugh. “Looks like Ms. Lily isn’t very good at making herself clear. She’s been defending me so much, and yet no one seems to like me. What a shame.” She added sarcastically, “Really, thank you so much, Ms. Lily.” “Scarlett…” Lily tried to speak again, her voice shaking. Scarlett cut her off with a sharp wave of her hand. “Save it. We don’t even know who was born first. Don’t go calling me your sister. Be careful, or someone might overhear and realize you’re nothing but a foster child in the Quinn family.” “And another thing,” Scarlett added coldly, “I am my mom’s only daughter. I don’t have any sisters.” She looked them both over with icy disdain. “Let me warn you again. I’ve already severed ties with the Quinn family. I would appreciate it if you two would stop bothering me.” With that, Scarlett turned on her heel and left without looking back. Jonah stood there, staring after her in disbelief. She was serious. She had really cut ties with the Quinn family. Dammit, how dare she act like this toward the Quinn family? She was nothing without them. Sure, maybe she could still stay in this prestigious academy for now, thanks to Bill. But after the SATs, she’d be nothing but a fallen star, living among the lowest of the low. She might not even be able to finish school. When that time came, he would see who would still be willing to help her, certainly not anyone but the Quinn family. “Jonah…” Lily murmured, looking hurt. Jonah’s voice was as cold as ice. “Didn’t you hear her? She said she doesn’t have any sisters, and therefore, you don’t have a sister like her.” He continued, “Since she’s so determined to throw away a good life and go live in misery, just let her be.”