Chapter: 1927

Approaching Karen, she began, “Karen-"

“Miss Bennet, we're not exactly close," Karen interjected, her tone cooling as she regarded Rachel warily. “It's better if you address me by my last name."

Rachel's expression darkened.

Just half an hour earlier, Karen had referred to them as friends, but now she'd drawn a clear boundary between them.

Rachel swallowed her discomfort, understanding Karen's stance.