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?”

wouldn’t dare…

face turned pale as he hastily assured.

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

“You…”

was clearly unhappy, but confronted with Bryant’s

Aunt Cheryl into her room, and couldn’t help but ask, “Has… has

down, pondering for a while before managing a comforting smile.

“Okay…”

After ensuring she was comfortable and her illness was taken care of, I stood

room, only Allen and Leroy remained.

Allen immediately tried

sure he understands I wasn’t trying to hit you. When has Uncle ever raised a hand to

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gently reminding him, “It’s not okay to

fault! Mr. Ferguson

on the back of his head. “Ingrate! Who was I

to listen to their quarrel and walked straight out of the room.

thought Bryant had left, but found him standing not far from the door. Seeing me,

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