Stuart didn't think it was a big deal, but he still found himself explaining.

He didn't want a small misunderstanding to create a rift between him and Morwenna.

However, Morwenna stiffened at his response.

Stuart's answer confirmed what Mr. White had said.

Stuart had indeed sent someone to vandalize the fish stall for her sake.

She bowed her head slightly, murmuring softly, "Stuart, did you know Mrs. White has been unwell? That incident nearly put her in grave danger."

"It was an accident," Stuart replied nonchalantly.

"But... what we brush off as a mere accident almost cost Mrs. White her life," Morwenna whispered, more to herself than to him.

Stuart frowned, his indifferent gaze filled with confusion.

Morwenna had never minded his darker side, so why would she care about this accident?

Stuart was, by nature, obsessive, reckless, and unscrupulous.

ruthless, caring little for the means as long as he achieved his

for Morwenna, he had manipulated events and feigned kindness to make her stay, all without scruples. Having faced malice throughout his life, he

thought it

care about what others thought, but for Morwenna,

arranged for them to get to the hospital. She had been thankful to Stuart.

calm demeanor left Morwenna at a loss

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had returned from the suburbs in the afternoon, and it was already 8

had been heading to bed even earlier after

was all settled and

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help her as

said, politely yet distantly, "I can manage on my own, thank you. I'll take care

saying, "Your arm's still

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