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Soren had a powerful presence that made it impossible for others to deny him, and it was that very intensity that
causedto reveal the hand | had been hiding under the table.
“It’s nothing, really. | just injured myself when | was closing the door last night,” | muttered, still trying to cover
up the truth.
Without a word, Soren stood up, walked past the table, and sat down next to me, stunning me.
| quickly scooted over to give him space.
He didn’t say anything further. Instead, he reached for my hand and tugged my sleeve up. His gaze darkened, a
frown forming on his face.
“What about your other hand?” he asked.
| hesitated for a moment before extending my other hand.
When he took it, the warmth of his skin against mine sent my heart racing.
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“How did you manage to injure both hands while closing the door?” Soren asked, his voice curious, unaware of
the thoughts racing through my head.
| figured there was no point in hiding anymore, so | decided to tell him the truth. “Edward had been drinking a lot
last night before he cto look for me. There was a scuffle, and we ended up being taken to the police
station...”
“Did he lay his hands on you?” Soren’s anger flared, and there was a dangerous edge to his voice.
| nodded. Even now, | couldn't fully understand what had been going through my mind at that moment.
If I had to guess, | was probably acting like a little girl trying to stay strong while being bullied. But now that her
knight in shining armor had arrived, she could finally let go of the pain and fear she'd been holding inside.
| looked at him earnestly. Part ofdidn’t want to burden him, but another part ofwished he could rescue
As expected, his expression grew more serious after | nodded. He pulled out his phone and began scrolling.
“What's the date of your court hearing?” he asked, his eyes still fixed on the screen.
“Thursday.” As the words left my mouth, | suddenly grasped Soren’s plan, and a shiver ran down my spine.
“Soren!” | grabbed his hand, shaking my head with a frown. “I don’t want you involved in this. Edward already
suspects something between us. If you intervene now, it'll only fuel his suspicions and tarnish your reputation.”
Soren turned to me, his gaze distant and contemplative.
After a long pause, he asked, “Are you afraid of people finding out we're together?”
“I...” My mind was in turmoil, and | couldn't bring myself to meet his eyes.
What did he mean by that? Was he about to do what | thought he was going to do?
My face burned bright red, overwhelmed by all the thoughts flooding my mind. | needed a moment to calm
down.
Finally, | managed to steady myself. “You cfrom a very prominent family. You shouldn't get involved in this
kind of scandal. It would ruin not just your reputation, but your family’s too.”
| couldn’t bear the thought of burdening him with such a weight, nor could | disappoint MadKenway by
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dragging him into this mess.
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Soren’s expression softened slightly, and his tone lightened as he said, “You're overthinking this. Something like
this won't affectin the slightest.”
“No, | still think we should be careful.” | pulled my hand away and turned my attention to the food on the table.
With a smile, | said, “Con, let's eat before it gets cold.
Soren stared at me, not moving from his seat.
After a long pause, he spoke again. “Taylor, I—"
“Wow! This steak is cooked perfectly!” | quickly interrupted, eager to distract him. “It’s got a nice char on the
outside, but the inside is still so tender. Hurry up and try some!”
Soren gavea strange look, falling silent.
He was sharp, so | was sure he understood why | had interrupted him. After all, sthings were better left
unsaid.
Let the fairy tale continue...
Chapter 169.
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Chapter 169
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