I Became His Sweetheart by Bright Eyes

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The two in the living room had fought for two rounds.

Sheena missed her first strike, and she could not match Elijah’s physical strength in the subsequent endurance battle. Additionally, her high heels were inconveniencing her. Before she knew it, she was pushed back against the wall.

Elijah smirked as he grabbed firmly onto her left wrist, attempting to press her against the wall.

It was the same tactic he had used in their previous encounters.

But this time, Sheena had learned her lesson and knew he wanted to pin her hands to the wall, leaving her vulnerable. As he focused on her left hand, she discreetly released the hidden clasp on her emerald ring, revealing a small silver needle.

Elijah was caught off guard as the silver needle from her ring pressed against his throat.

Thankfully, Sheena always wore the ring that Noah had given her for self–defense, and while the silver needle was small, it was exceptionally sturdy.

The two were so close that they could clearly hear each other’s breathing.

drop of blood slid down his neck, staining his white shirt collar with a patch

frowned and asked, “Isn’t this a

deal with a persistent and irritating man like

leaned in slightly, seemingly unconvinced that she would harm

“If

closer, I won’t hesitate to slit your throat. You can give it a try if

was casual, but Elijah could see the

then released her hand and took two

around him to retrieve the

through them, confirming that everything was fine before signing both documents. Then, she took one

as she left, touching the blood on his throat with an unreadable

of the mansion.

cowered instinctively. He only ran toward the mansion to check on Elijah’s condition after she walked past him.

“Help me arrange for someone to get rid of all the furniture and decor in Ocean Avenue. Replace them with new ones and replant the flowers in the

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obediently agreed and asked, “Understood, Ms. Sheena. When do you plan to move in? I’ll arrange the schedule