When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 140

et it carried a chill that could make one’s blood run cold.

His voice was calm, yet

It seemed, if Allen dared, he would crush Allen’s hand without hesitation.

This was perhaps the first time I truly felt what it was like to be protected by him.

But, it felt too late, leaving no ripples in my heart.

Allen moved slightly, realizing that he, a burly man, couldn’t budge in Bryant’s grip. He shivered and quickly explained.

“Mr. Ferguson, it was an accident, I swear!”

Aunt Cheryl looked scared by the confrontation. “Jane…”

I wanted to teach Allen a lesson, but with my aunt looking so frail, it didn’t seem right.

I could only tug at Bryant’s arm. “Let it go, release him.”

still seething, wasn’t easily persuaded. His gaze fixed on Allen, “Touch her

yes! I wouldn’t dare… You have

face turned pale as

Allen wearily, “I’ve paid

“You…”

was clearly unhappy, but confronted with Bryant’s menacing look, he

into her room, and couldn’t help

while before managing a comforting smile. “No, dear, he was

“Okay…”

was comfortable and her illness was taken care of,

only

bravado gone. Seeing me, Allen immediately tried

me? Make sure he understands I wasn’t trying to hit you. When has Uncle ever raised a hand

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my lips, gently reminding him,

him for me,” Allen pleaded. “It’s your fault! Mr. Ferguson looked so upset, How am I supposed to get

of his

their quarrel and walked straight out of

him standing not far from the door.