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.”

Allen, “Touch her again, and I’ll

yes! I wouldn’t dare…

face turned pale as he

did Bryant release him, and I turned to Allen wearily, “I’ve paid Auntie’s medical bills. As for anything else,

“You…”

with

room, and couldn’t help but ask,

comforting smile. “No, dear, he was just angry. He’s never laid a

“Okay…”

further. After ensuring she was comfortable and her illness was taken care of, I stood

room, only Allen and Leroy

earlier bravado gone. Seeing me, Allen immediately

to Mr. Ferguson for me? Make sure he understands I wasn’t trying to hit

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reminding him, “It’s not okay

pleaded. “It’s your fault! Mr. Ferguson looked so upset, How am I

back of his head. “Ingrate! Who was I

quarrel

not

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