Chapter 405

In the dim light, a faint blue glow reflected from the person’s watch.

Pearl instantly recognized him. Instead of shouting “thief,” she stealthily approached him and covered his mouth, whispering, “What are you doing here, Richard?”

Richard made no comment upon Pearl’s easy discovery. Instead, he turned and firmly gripped her wrist, gently pulling her

into his arms.

Pearl couldn’t break free from his strong hold and felt herself enveloped in his embrace, as if he wanted to meld her into his very being

“Don’t go through with the engagement.”

“Why?”

“I love you.

considering what you did. I don’t even know

for a reason. I

your mother was kidnapped, so you suffered in silence and forced me to

off guard. “How did you know?”

returned.” Pearl sighed heavily. She took a step back, putting some distance between them. “But I never expected you to tell me nothing. Master Jordan was right. How could you have me

chaotic life.” Richard’s usual composure wavered, and

more.

I decided to break up with you and let you be happy. And you know what

words struck Richard deep in his heart. Slowly, he released his grip on her. “I’m sorry. I was a

“Richard.”

“Yes?”

mother when I learned about her kidnapping. And I got it

“Go on.”

Take me away.” Pearl looked into his eyes with seriousness, taking the risk that he would cherish her more this time

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