Chapter 12 Now We Are Even

I held myself tightly, trembling with fear. The moment his hand touched me, I couldn't stop crying and screaming.

Edwin witnessed my distress and forcibly held me tight in his arms, apologizing repeatedly.

"Don't be afraid. I'm sorry. Honey, will you forgive me? I was afraid that you would misunderstand the whole thing. I'm sorry! I'm so sorry."

But when he realized that I remained silent and cried with my head bowed, he cupped my face and kissed me forcefully.

Fear overwhelmed me even more, and I struggled to push him away, but my attempt was in vain. In desperation, I bit him hard.

He groaned and let go of me. The next moment, a drop of blood oozed from his lips.

Gasping for air, he used his hand to wipe away the blood. The cut on his lip worsened, and fresh blood flowed down to his chin.

I was confused and instinctively reached out to hold his face.

Tears glistened in his eyes as he said, "See? You bit me back and made me bleed. Now we're even, aren't we?"

Even? I was stunned again.