Chapter 140

et it carried a chill that could make one’s blood run cold.

His voice was calm, yet

It seemed, if Allen dared, he would crush Allen’s hand without hesitation.

This was perhaps the first time I truly felt what it was like to be protected by him.

But, it felt too late, leaving no ripples in my heart.

Allen moved slightly, realizing that he, a burly man, couldn’t budge in Bryant’s grip. He shivered and quickly explained.

“Mr. Ferguson, it was an accident, I swear!”

Aunt Cheryl looked scared by the confrontation. “Jane…”

I wanted to teach Allen a lesson, but with my aunt looking so frail, it didn’t seem right.

I could only tug at Bryant’s arm. “Let it go, release him.”

Bryant, still seething, wasn’t easily persuaded. His gaze fixed on Allen, “Touch her again, and I’ll chop off your hands, got it?”

yes! I wouldn’t dare… You have

as

turned to Allen wearily, “I’ve paid Auntie’s medical bills. As for

“You…”

confronted with Bryant’s menacing look, he remained.

and couldn’t help but ask, “Has… has Uncle ever

her head down, pondering for a while before managing a comforting smile. “No, dear, he was just angry.

“Okay…”

probe further. After ensuring she was comfortable and her illness was

room, only Allen and Leroy

immediately

please speak to Mr. Ferguson for me? Make sure he understands I wasn’t trying to hit

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my lips, gently reminding him, “It’s

I won’t hit her again, happy? Just please, talk to him for me,” Allen pleaded. “It’s your fault! Mr. Ferguson looked

furious, slapped Leroy on the back of his head. “Ingrate! Who was I doing this

their quarrel and

left, but found him standing not far

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