Toph glanced around, feeling uneasy.

Chris was older and exuded a military aura. It made Toph cautious about acting recklessly in front of him.

Suddenly, the world seemed to hush, and each passing second felt like an eternity in the silent atmosphere.

Lena’s heart raced as she did not want to involve Chris. She decided not to argue with Toph about whatever he said concerning her, hoping he would eventually let her go after scolding her enough. But with Chris caught in the middle, she felt distressed.

As Lena was about to tug at Chris’ sleeve, Toph shouted in frustration, “You’re actually siding with her?”

“Toph…”

“Chris Hamerton! How could you side with her against me? What are you thinking?”

“Because I believe that Lenny isn’t that kind of person!” Chris almost roared.

Toph and Lena were shocked.

was surprised by his own outburst, but the words couldn’t be taken back. He firmly held Lena’s hand and looked straight into Toph’s eyes, saying,

everything, it doesn’t mean she’s weak. Toph, I hope you’ll work

mind blank, feeling warmth from his hand holding

her away, and she followed

that moment, a figure suddenly flashed not

to her senses,

“What’s wrong?” Chris asked.

tracks, shook off his hand, and looked at him with a complicated expression.

“Hey…”

fast like

a smile he

and Lina finally saw Renee at

finally came!” Lina quickly pulled her into the pantry and made her a cup of

felt a little embarrassed. She accepted the coffee and took a sip but avoided Lina’s

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