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.

his words. “That sounds hypocritical, Richard, considering what you did. I don’t even know how to talk

it for a reason. I

kidnapped, so you suffered in silence and forced

straightforward words caught Richard off guard. “How did

took a step back, putting some distance between them. “But I never expected you to

want you to be caught up in my chaotic life.” Richard’s usual composure wavered, and he held Pearl tightly

more.

us once, he could keep doing it. I couldn’t predict what other ways he might use to threaten me. So, I decided to break up with you and let you be happy. And you know what happiness is? It’s

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

“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

“Go on.”

eyes with seriousness, taking the risk that he would

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