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?"

opportunity to survive. "I came because I

bite you if you

at the thought.

turned dark. The lights flickered

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

they drove, Richard remained silent, only offering his

want. You have to tell me everything," he warned, feeling Pearl might unknowingly cross some lines if he had not reminded her. Pearl's lips twitched slightly, sensing that Richard was thinking about something else. "Don't

head, he questioned her, "What do

uncertain.

man who tries to get close to you will become my enemy." His tone suggested a warning more than a question. Pearl asked tentatively, "Are

didn't answer, signaling her to go

"Silas?"

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