Chapter 102 Swear On It Benson's face twisted in pain as blood trickled from the corner of his mouth.

Sophie stood there, stunned, frozen for several seconds before finally rushing forward to help him up.

"Benson! Are you okay?"

Benson forced himself to sit up straight, wiping the blood from his lips. He lifted his head, confusion and frustration in his eyes as he stared at Theo.

"Uncle Theo, why did you hit me? What did I do wrong?"

Theo's voice was low and cold, his gaze sharp as a blade. "Do you really need me to spell it out for you? Threats, humiliation—is that how you handle relationships?"

Benson's eyes flickered. He glanced at Sierra, who sat quietly in her chair, her face emotionless.

For a split second, regret flashed in his eyes.

His voice was firm as he retorted, "Uncle Theo, this is my personal

business is

unmistakable chill, making Benson's

and Sierra, and a thought he didn't dare believe crept

never get involved in other people's business. You and Sierra have barely even met-so why are you so protective of her?" Benson's voice rose, anger creeping in. "Don't tell me—you like her? She's my

Sierra's voice was cold as she finally spoke, her eyes still wet with unshed tears. "Not everyone treats relationships like a joke the way

knew how to keep proper boundaries with other women. The breakup was on you, not me. So,

I don't believe

done anything to betray you. Can you swear

if a swarm of ants was crawling under his skin, eating away at his confidence, and filling him with

expression dimmed. Her fingers curled slightly on

motion, and a sharp pang struck his chest. His gaze darkened even further when he noticed the

"Who hit her?"

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