Chapter 1217

Blake hesitated, then added, “I’m sorry! I completely forgot about our

pretend relationship.”

Liam abruptly stood and approached her desk, “Blake, Cecilia shared some things at the hospital; I may need to return to my family soon. Regarding our arrangement, I might still need your assistance. If it’s

too much, we can stop.”

Blake tensed, pondering. After a brief pause, she inquired, “How much

longer do you need me?”

Liam’s silence lingered.

Blake continued, “Liam, remember. I have Kevin. I don’t want any

misunderstandings when he’s back. But I’ll help if you need me.

You’ve been there for me before.”

Liam nodded and smiled gently, “Alright. Since we’re friends, wh

Cecilia tell you? You’ve been unusually quiet. If something’s trou

you, I’m here.”

hesitated, her thoughts drifting to the video Cecilia showed he depicting Kevin with a chilling,

for human life.

she reassured, though her

Susan entered, face taut

Samford sent this

might not have eaten enough at lunch.” Having delivered the message, Susan promptly

seems to be

on

Blake replied flatly, “I have nothing

Mya is the only sister I acknowledge.”

pastries. She

her colleagues. Blake announced, “These pastries

Deli. Enjoy.”

so kind. It’s not easy to get takeouts from

They’re always in high

to order,

wasn’t around much recently,

your help.

one who sent

noticed Liam’s observant gaze. “Why look at like that? Is there something on my face?” she

cheek.

mi

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