Chapter 1463:

On her way here, Harlee had learned that during her pregnancy, Rhys had orchestrated various maneuvers against Nola—none fatal, allowing her to deliver the final blow to Nola herself.

It was hard not to be moved, though Harlee’s emotions were mixed with more anger than affection. Rhys had shielded her from danger, yet had plunged into countless perils himself. It seemed her own recent escapades might be excused and forgotten.

Rhys’ smile softened the chill around him, his voice lowering to a tender rasp.

“Honey, I was wrong…”

The palpable shift in Rhys’ demeanor left the room spellbound. Was this still the man they feared?

Amidst the frozen crowd, Oaklee stepped forward and warmly greeted Harlee, “Harlee, my dear, it’s been too long.”

As Oaklee moved to embrace Harlee, Rhys intercepted the gesture.

huffed, her tone laced with mock

wanted a hug. You’re

crowd shivered collectively, their faces a mix of revulsion and

of chilling glares, prompting everyone to quickly avert their eyes. What a paradox! Rhys was tender with his wife yet harsh with everyone else. The four trailing behind Harlee watched the crowd’s shifting expressions with disdain, deeming them naively unaware. If the

the scene, seethed with rage. What spell had Harlee cast on Rhys? Why was Rhys so adamantly defending her,

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demeanor dripping with contempt, magnifying her imposing presence beyond even Rhys’ aura. Her lips curled slightly as her eyes locked onto Casper’s hand, which gripped the gun. She

itching to retaliate. He spat bitterly, “Mrs. Green, must we really discuss this now?” If

back to Harlee. He met her icy stare, noticing an even colder fire in her pupils, and his heart sank. Somehow, he

gun tightened. He scanned the room, reassured by the

was prepared. Otherwise, today might have

be bluffing. He was eager to see

the oppressive aura she radiated kept the onlookers tense. She slowly approached Casper, eyeing

off guard. Before he could

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