The word "we" marked an unbridgeable gap between Christopher and the couple. It was a barrier that he could never overcome.

Even so, Christopher's gaze on Bella still held deep affection.

His obsessive love had turned him into a shameless lunatic.

"Bella, you've misunderstood me. But since you suspect me, I'm willing to cooperate with you fully."

As Christopher spoke, he leaned down to hold his mother's hand, gently caressing it. "Mom, I'm sorry... I'm afraid I can't accompany you on the trip."

"It's alright. I'm fine..."

Mrs. Iverson's worried gaze turned to Bella, her eyes brimming with tears as she spoke, "Bella, don't be mad at Chris! If he has upset you, I... I apologize on his behalf!"

Bella's heart clenched, "Mrs. Iverson, please don't say that..."

Although Christopher was incorrigible and cunning, Mrs. Iverson was a pitiful woman, suffering from a serious illness. Bella did not want to engage in a fierce conflict with Christopher in front of her.

husband for fifteen years,

to extinguish the flicker of hope

son, Justin's eyes dimmed,

precious loved ones by his side, especially his mother, who cared for him so deeply, would ultimately choose such a dark path. Why was Christopher so

recklessly squandered was something Justin could only dream of. The more Justin thought about it, the

No matter what, please don't be mad at Chris. Don't ignore him, okay?" Mrs. Iverson's words became increasingly unclear as her sickness relapsed. Upon seeing his mother's condition, Christopher felt deeply concerned and immediately ordered his

"Yes, Mr. Iverson!"

doubt me or use any harsh words on me, I won't hold it against you. Because you, like my mother,

pleaded, looking at

you wish, and if you wrongly accuse me of something, how would

feeling an inexplicable uneasiness. 'Why is he so calm? Is it because he's internally strong and fearless, or... Does he have another

Ralph echoed, "Bella!" Immediately after,

young couple turned to

moment, Christopher's lips curled into a subtle

as he fixed his eyes on this

"Just now, a helicopter took off from the Mount Jaglee National Forest Park

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