Pearl felt like running away. She was scared that staying here might mean trouble for her. But she didn't have the guts to make any sudden moves after seeing Richard's reaction. All she could do was watch him closely.

Richard was trying hard to control his anger. He noticed the innocence in Pearl's eyes as she looked at him. He instructed coldly, "Close your eyes."

Pearl nodded, feeling confused. She wondered if he would hurt her.

But instead, she felt a sudden, passionate kiss that took her by surprise. It was forceful, almost like a punishment.

Pearl kept her eyes shut, letting herself get lost in the moment.

When the kiss finally ended, she opened her eyes to find Richard looking less gloomy.

"I'm giving you another chance. Speak up. Why did you come to me?"

the opportunity to survive. "I came because I love

nodded, satisfied. "I'm going to bite you

at the thought. "Got it,"

had turned dark. The lights flickered on, signaling the arrival

and helped Pearl to her feet. "Okay, it's getting

drove, Richard remained silent, only offering his cheek for Pearl to

have to tell me everything," he warned, feeling Pearl might unknowingly cross some lines if he had not reminded

his head, he questioned her, "What do you see us as right

uncertain. "A

means any man who tries to get close to you will become my enemy." His

didn't answer, signaling her to

"Silas?"

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