I held my breath outside the study. My heart ached with every word uttered inside.The conversation carried on inside.“Mr. Brody, Lulu has a gentle heart and a trusting nature. Please, take care of her.”“Don’t worry, sir. If Lulu hadn’t risked her life to save me from that fire five years ago, I wouldn’t be here today. I’ll protect her for the rest of my life.”Cole Brody paused for a moment before continuing, “However, getting Lulu pregnant was just repayment for her kindness, nothing more. Bethany is threatening to break up with me over it. Who knows what other crazy things she might do out of jealousy?”My father, Adrien Theroux, appeased him with a smile.“Please don’t take it to heart, Mr. Brody. She’s just being childish. A few harsh lessons will set her straight.“Vincent Holt is not only crippled, but he is also infamous for being a violent madman. Even an idiot like Bethany wouldn’t be stupid enough to throw herself at him. Anyone with half a brain knows who to choose
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