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?”

I wouldn’t dare… You have

turned pale as

Bryant release him, and I turned to Allen wearily, “I’ve paid Auntie’s medical

“You…”

confronted with Bryant’s menacing look, he

couldn’t help but ask, “Has… has Uncle ever hit you over

a while before managing a comforting smile. “No, dear, he was just angry. He’s

“Okay…”

couldn’t probe further. After ensuring she was comfortable and her illness was taken care of, I

the living room, only Allen and Leroy remained.

Allen immediately tried

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

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lips, gently reminding him,

Allen pleaded. “It’s your fault! Mr. Ferguson looked so

slapped Leroy on the back of his head. “Ingrate! Who was I doing this for?!”

their quarrel and walked straight out of the room.

him standing not far from the door. Seeing me, he strode over.

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