Chapter 435

Chapter 435

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As she went downstairs, she saw Lorenzo sitting on the couch, talking on the phone. Breakfast was set on the dining table, but there were no servants around. Ella shuffled over to the table.

When Lorenzo saw her, he said into the phone, “Alright, let’s go with that,” and hung up. He looked at Ella with a cold gaze.

Ella was already seated at the dining table, her face almost buried in her plate as she felt Lorenzo’s gaze on her. She couldn’t bring herself to face a man like him–someone who didn’t mind stripping others without a second thought. He seemed dangerous.

Even from a distance, Lorenzo could sense the tension coming from Ella. Lighting a cigarette, he took a puff and suddenly asked. “Did you lock the door last night?”

Ella’s hand shook, causing the spoon to fall into her plate. She nodded slightly, a hint of panic on her face. “Yeah.”

Lorenzo looked at her.

his expression, but Ella could still feel the pressure of his stare. Too afraid to speak, she shakily picked up the spoon, scooped some oatmeal,

do you think I would

see me.” According to Stephanie’s information, it was clear Lorenzo couldn’t possibly

did you lock

I lock the door? I’m a girl, right? Shouldn’t I be careful about safety?‘ She screamed internally but didn’t dare

silence, Lorenzo chuckled. “From tonight on, you can’t do that anymore.”

shook again, nearly dropping the spoon again. She looked up at Lorenzo, her eyes clearly showing her frustration. “Why?” Facing him was already intimidating enough. She really had to feel safe

just gave her

lowered her head, speaking softly. “I understand.” Since

figured she should call Stephanie soon, ask her for help to sort things out, clear things up, solve the

said, “Hurry up and

and now she

said, “We need to step

with him! What if I encounter another life–or–death situation like before?

Lorenzo, those situations frightened her even more. Until her mother’s situation was clear, she didn’t want to go

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