Loving You In Secret

Chapter 1131

Vicky knew Valencia's apology was hardly sincere; it was just a way to brush things aside. However, what confused her was how Lincoln convinced Valencia to even apologize.

With this in mind, Vicky asked, "May I ask what Lincoln said to you that made you come and apologize to me?"

Valencia glanced at her and softly replied, "You are quite astute to guess that Lincoln spoke on your behalf."

"It must be more than just intercession. What did he do?"

Valencia looked at Vicky for a moment, then suddenly smiled. "That's right. For your sake, Lincoln even defied his mother... It's the first time I've seen him go to such lengths for a woman." Despite her smile, her gaze was cold. "Lincoln was afraid that I'd hurt you again, so he insisted on moving to his grandfather's place to protect you. He said he'll bear your responsibility and be punished in your place. His gunshot wound hasn't fully healed, and the rash on his face hasn't subsided after all this time... He can't withstand this kind of torment..." Valencia grew colder as she spoke. "He's using his life to protect you. What more can I do to him?"

Lincoln was the son she had raised since childhood, and her emotional investment in him was different from her feelings toward Tyler.

world would heartlessly gamble

stay with us to take care of him and, incidentally, foster their relationship." She did not hide anything and revealed all the truth to Vicky. "However, I request that you keep your

replied coldly, "I've received your

"This is the ointment Lincoln had

hand and silently accepted it. "Please thank the Second

snorted coldly. "That won’t be necessary. Just heal your face quickly so Lincoln won't

her face, and the cool sensation eased

had delicate skin and Valencia's strikes had been harsh, leaving her face swollen and red, the imprint of

applying the ointment, the pain and swelling subsided

mirror, hesitated, and took out her phone to send a thank-you

very