Chapter 23: Stop Trying to Act Tough

At that moment, Suzy's once defiant consciousness gave way. She instinctively placed her trust in Liam as she lost consciousness in his embrace. She couldn't witness the sharp lines of his face or the icy layer that had replaced his typically impassive eyes.

"Liam..."

Steven was dumbfounded, trembling all over. He never expected to encounter such a prominent figure today.

"You better pray she's okay."

Liam's words were devoid of emotion, but they sent shivers down his spine. Watching him carry the woman away, he was left paralyzed on the seat, unable to stand. Comment by Ashley choi: Author wrote bed, but I don’t think there should be a bed in a private booth of the restaurant.

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Suzy felt like she had a long dream. The scenes flashed before her like a slideshow, starting from the pool of blood when her mother had committed suicide, then to the classroom at school, and finally to Desmond’s furious face.

Suddenly, a sharp pain woke her up. She furrowed her brows and slowly opened her