Chapter 38

"Mr. Anderson..."

Brian's brow furrowed ever so slightly, his deep, cold voice carrying an oppressive weight. "Are you afraid of me?"

Claire lowered her gaze, hardly daring to breathe.

Afraid?

How could she not be?

His methods, she had experienced them all during her time in prison. He had stripped away her dignity, left her in agony, yet kept her alive, forcing her to endure each grueling day.

When facing the Linwood family, she could muster some courage to resist.

But in front of him, all her courage vanished, replaced by a fear that seeped into her very bones.

her hands clutched the hem of her shirt so tightly that her

Anderson. Can I... can I leave now?" Her voice

dared not meet Brian's gaze, yet she could feel the

tilted his head slightly, as if he were a king gazing down

smirk. "Your father promised me you would kneel and apologize to my sister until I

drained of color. She looked up sharply at the man, only to drop her gaze again under his

like a haunting slideshow, those days

growing more intense, like an avalanche

Reluctant? Or do you think five years behind bars repays what

trembled like a leaf

felt anchored to the ground, refusing

she knew he wouldn't listen. She had tried five years ago, and he hadn't believed a word. Otherwise, he wouldn't

fear that pierced

buckled, and

forehead hit the ground with a heavy thud, over and over, each impact seeming to drain

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