Chapter 1935 The Trial

In those twinkling eyes, an unspoken message seemed to linger: “You have to take responsibility for me.”

Elisa shifted her gaze somewhat awkwardly, then scratched her head apologetically, saying, “I'm sorry, I was being presumptuous.”

Gareth offered a faint, reassuring smile, signaling that he understood.

He appeared delicate, and Elisa bit her lip, seemingly lost in thought.

“You shouldn't blame yourself too much; this isn't your fault.” Gareth tried to console her, hoping to ease her burden.

Elisa didn't respond immediately. She simply patted Gareth's shoulder suddenly and said, “Since you're injured, you shouldn't go to court today.”

That day was scheduled for the formal hearing of Paul and Rochelle.

Originally, Gareth was supposed to accompany Elisa. The recurrence of his wound wasn't in his plans, but since it happened, he decided to go along with it.

It was partly to make Elisa feel a bit more concerned for him.

However... this wasn't the outcome he had anticipated.

indicating

not, it's not for you to decide; it's up to

Gareth's shoulder another pat, and the matter was

protest, Elisa had made up her mind and started marching upstairs, her foot thumping against the

shook his head. He couldn't divert his

like I've shot myself in the foot,

Elisa had finished changing her clothes, Gareth was already neatly dressed

him and headed straight for

calling out to Elisa, “You really won't be taking me with

pivoted, her expression marked by confusion.

I be

Gareth's frustration was palpable.

patted his shoulder, earnestly saying, “This is for your own well-being. Is there anything specific you'd like to eat? I

she drove off without waiting for Gareth's

at the ankles. He watched the fading trail of exhaust left by Elisa's car, a mix of amusement and exasperation

the rearview mirror, Elisa glimpsed Gareth standing

the People's Court where the

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