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 with

Avery will 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

a while and replied coldly, "I've

ointment from her bag and enviously said, "This is the ointment Lincoln had someone prepare for you overnight after he learned about your injury... He asked me

and silently accepted it. "Please thank the Second Young

necessary. Just heal your face quickly so Lincoln won't

she applied the ointment Lincoln sent to her face, and the cool sensation eased

Vicky had delicate skin and Valencia's strikes had been harsh, leaving her face swollen and red, the imprint of Valencia's five fingers was clearly

ointment, the pain and swelling subsided to some

reflection in the mirror, hesitated, and took out

is very effective.