Before Nicholas lost his temper, Lena became agitated. She took a step forward, raised her arm, and delivered a resounding slap to Renee.

The world fell silent after the slap.

Renee looked up, stupefied. Her cheek stung, but she found herself staring into a pair of clear, bright eyes.

"H-How could you hit me?" she stammered.

"I struck a rabid dog," Lena replied, her expression unchanged. "I cherish peace and can't stand incessant barking."

Renee seethed with anger, ready to fight Lena with her life. However, Nicholas intervened, forcefully pushing her away with one hand.

She stumbled and fell to the ground with a thud. Before she could retaliate, Toph pulled her up.

"Don't touch me!" she screamed at the top of her lungs.

Toph felt embarrassed as he disregarded her struggles and yanked her away.

her, even showing gentleness when they held

enough, Renee," he

he gnashed his teeth and

"W-What did you

"Let's break up!"

to Toph. He

least reserve a small bit of longing for

deep breath, he glanced at her before walking away decisively.

were peaceful

of the Thompson residence after the breakup. Linda attempted

nothing more to do

harm to the Thompson Group. Kaitlyn had created her own share of troubles when

he

had blocked him on all fronts, and the weight pressing on

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