Where Petals of Vengeance Bloom

Chapter 164

When life offers a glimmer of hope, who would willingly embrace death?

"Mr. Foster, will... will I go to prison? I can't bear the thought of going back there..." The trauma from those five years loomed over her like a dark shadow.

She'd rather die than face that nightmare again.

Sean gently reassured her, "Don't worry, I've got everything under control. Just get in the car."

Claire nodded, her body trembling as she settled into the vehicle.

Sean dialed 911 and stood quietly by Brian's side until the ambulance arrived.

Once Brian was taken away, Sean drove Claire away from the scene.

The car rolled slowly into the garage of Foster Manor.

Claire was still visibly shaken, unable to calm her nerves.

Sean noticed her distress but didn't rush her; he simply remained in the driver's seat, offering silent companionship.

some composure. She looked at Sean, her voice quivering, "Mr. Foster, rest assured, if anything happens

anxious gaze, exhaling softly. His voice was gentle, "I told you,

had ever spoken to her with

words, they filled

experience in consoling others, awkwardly reached for the tissues in the glove compartment and handed them

stopped abruptly as she thought of her grandmother's kind, gentle face. Her grandmother always showered her with care and treated her like a beloved

and wiped her eyes dry. She took deep breaths, desperately

with strain and fatigue, there was also

unease.

was still preoccupied with thoughts of

assurance of Brian's safety,

and asked him to

the car was heavy

called back. Sean put the call on speaker. "Boss, Brian only has a mild

hanging up, Sean turned to Claire, "Feel better

finally softening her expression. "Thank you,

warm smile tugged at Sean's lips,

nodded, a

they entered the