Shrouded Affections Winning Back My CEO Wife

Chapter 1265:

Adalina’s eyes fluttered open. The man stood with his back to the neon lights, tall and imposing. He was quickly surrounded by the punks. Muffled sounds of a fight filtered through Adalina’s haze, and she vaguely saw people crashing to the ground…

Time lost all meaning as Adalina lay there until gentle hands lifted her from the chilly ground. The man carried her in his warm arms, the faint scent of tobacco surprisingly comforting to her.

In the hospital.

Two hours later, Adalina’s eyes sprang open, and she jolted upright. “Milford!”

“What are you talking about?” Ryann swiftly stood up and approached her, offering a glass of warm water. “How many times have I told you not to go to places like that…”

Before Adalina could respond, Aaron rose from the sofa, his eyes filled with remorse. “Mrs. Vance, I’m deeply sorry. I took her to that place. It’s my birthday today, and I—”

head. “You’ve put an innocent girl in harm’s way. The two of you are still in college. Why did you take her

voice soothing. “Mr. Clarkson, please don’t be angry. Nothing happened to Adalina. Aaron’s timely intervention

room, her brow furrowing. She shifted her attention to Ryann and asked softly, “Mom, was

paused for a moment before replying, “Yes, sweetie. Who else could it

her. That familiar

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Mr. Clarkson, you can take Aaron home now.” Just as Harlan was about

of discipline is my fault. I spoiled him, and he grew up without a mother’s guidance. Saving Adalina doesn’t excuse his actions. I’ll make sure

Clarkson, you’re being too harsh

just that places like that aren’t suitable for them.

out, leaving Ryann to continue her

watched Harlan’s car disappear into the night. Out of the corner of his eye, he noticed a figure lingering nearby, his expression darkening as he

recent scuffle: a swollen bruise on his cheek