After My Fiance Cheated With My Best Friend

A few minutes later, the ornately carved oak doors opened, revealing a woman in her forties. "Miss, who are you looking for?" she asked.

"I'm here to see Mrs. Sanders," Carmen Pierce replied graciously.

The woman regarded Carmen with a hint of suspicion, noting her refined demeanor, and asked, "What brings you to Mrs. Sanders?"

Mr. Montgomery had given strict orders not to let strangers disturb Mrs. Sanders, so she was careful about admitting anyone.

"I'm Jayden's girlfriend, visiting Mrs. Sanders," Carmen replied with a warm smile.

There wasn't a trace of nervousness or hesitation in her voice; she spoke as if it were the most natural thing in the world. The woman's suspicion eased, as Carmen's poise and elegance seemed a fitting match for Mr. Montgomery. She nodded, "Please wait a moment; I'll let her know."

"Thank you."

Carmen stood confidently.

A few minutes later, the woman returned and politely said, "Miss, please follow me."

Carmen followed the woman down a flower-lined path, through a colonnaded hallway, and arrived at a quaint kitchen garden.

An elderly lady with silver hair was bending over, picking tomatoes into a basket, flanked by two helpers. Her steps were steady, and she looked robust and healthy.

Carmen immediately recognized Mrs. Sanders and greeted her with a gentle smile, "Hello, Mrs. Sanders."

Upon seeing Carmen, Mrs. Sanders handed her basket to the helpers and briskly walked over, her face lighting up with excitement. "You must be Jayden's fiancée, though not yet part of the family, right?"

The elderly woman was petite, her face lined with wrinkles, but her eyes were lively, exuding warmth and kindness.

Carmen was momentarily taken aback.

She had claimed to be Jayden Montgomery's girlfriend simply to meet Mrs. Sanders, so why was she being referred to as his fiancée?

Despite the confusion, Carmen maintained her gentle and charming smile, offering the gift bag she held, "Mrs. Sanders, it's a pleasure to meet you. I brought a small gift to express my respect, hoping you will like it."

She embodied the grace and composure expected of someone from a distinguished background.

Though Carmen had a naturally independent spirit, years of guidance from her sister had taught her to carry herself with dignity and poise in important situations.

Mrs. Sanders accepted the gift bag, her eyes crinkling with delight. "Thank you for the gift; it's wonderful."

Inside was the neck massager she had been wanting recently.

Girls as considerate as this were a rarity these days. Jayden was lucky to have found someone like her.

Seeing that Mrs. Sanders was receptive, Carmen decided to seize the moment. "Mrs. Sanders, I actually came here without Jayden knowing. I wanted to learn more about his interests to surprise him."

But Mrs. Sanders chuckled and pointed behind her, "Jayden is right over there. I think you should ask him directly."

Carmen turned her head to see a tall, striking figure standing near a gazebo.

It was Jayden Montgomery!

With his hands casually tucked in his pockets, he exuded an aura of brooding intensity. His deep-set eyes fixed on Carmen, resembling an unfathomable lake.

Carmen's heart gave a slight jolt.

She had never imagined Jayden would be there.