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.

Pearl sneered at his words. “That sounds hypocritical, Richard, considering what you

did it for a reason.

silence and forced me to break up

words caught Richard off guard. “How

everything on the first day I 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 when you didn’t even dare to be with

be caught up in my chaotic

more.

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

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

“Richard.”

“Yes?”

to find out where they were holding your mother when I learned about her kidnapping. And I got it resolved. We could have rescued her at any time. I just have one thing to say to you now.”

“Go on.”

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

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