Chapter 251

“He’s Margaret’s ex–husband,” Bryant caught my puzzled look and explained in a low voice, “It’s time she leamed her lesson

Suddenly, it clicked for me.

Previously, since Timothy wasn’t fond of her, Margaret’s attendance at the Ferguson family dinners was a testament to her shameless audacity. Thus, I had never encountered her ex–husband. Employing a taste of her own medicine, even if word got out, people would likely chalk it up to a dramatic breakup scene,

I wasn’t one to start trouble, but I wouldn’t back down if someone were gunning for

Noticing me lost in thought, Bryant ruffled my hair gently. “You okay? Any injuries?”

I shook my head. “No, I’m fine”

me.

But the memory of what happened in that room made me shiver, my hands trembling. I saw concern in Bryant’s deep gaze that I hadn’t noticed before.

close with utmost patience, stroking my back gently and soothing. “It’s okay.

regained some strength, and

genuinely surprised.

unexpected. After that twisted accusation, I thought Bryant would doubt me

“When have I ever

I blurted out, “Mark”

said coldly, instructing the driver to head to the River

arriving, he showed no signs of leaving but followed me upstairs. And he entered the

an eyebrow. “Bryant, this

“I’ll leave once you’re feeling better,

didn’t protest any further and headed

crossing my mind until I forcefully shook them

while, Bryant’s voice came from outside the door.

sniffled before responding.

sure you’re

but perhaps due to the lingering effects of the drug and the hot shower,

took the dryer from me, awkwardly but gently

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