Chapter 109

Isabel had hoped Lyman would stay with her, maybe at least offer a few words of comfort. But his manner remained distant and cold as ever.

"Lyman, could you... could you stay with me for a little while?" Her voice trembled with a pleading note, her eyes full of expectation.

Lyman's expression didn't waver. His tone stayed as detached as before.

"I have things to take care of. The security team will be here soon, so you don't need to worry."

With that, he turned to leave.

Panic flashed in Isabel's eyes. She hurried forward and grabbed his sleeve.

"Lyman, I... I'm really scared. Can you just-"”

He stopped, glancing down at her hand. There was a trace of impatience in his voice. "Isabel, that's enough."

Her hand trembled, and she let go of his sleeve.

Color drained from Isabel's face. Disappointment and hurt flickered in her eyes.

Lyman didn't look back. He walked straight out of the room.

over to comfort

arranged for security. Try not to worry,

at all. She just stared blankly

tears slipping down

why is he always like this..."

sighed and lightly patted her

too

clenched her fists so tightly that her

it is, she thought

you really think you've

wait this is

the back seat of his car. The driver glanced at

the time-it was already late-then

managers to handle the evening's

seat, Lyman closed his eyes, but Effie's

never realized how much he

now, as soon as the workday ended, he couldn't wait to leave the office-because someone

on it,"

Mr. Etheridge." The driver pressed

Effie was curled up

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