Harlan rubbed his forehead wearily, emitting a sigh of exasperation.
“This situation has truly become a chaotic mess.”
A wave of sadness washed over me, enveloping my heart in a somber embrace.
The haunting echoes of Caleb’s humiliating words replayed incessantly in my mind, creating an oppressive sense of reliving a never-ending nightmare from which I couldn’t awaken. Overwhelmed by a pervasive feeling of powerlessness, I found myself trapped in the clutches of despair.
Sensing that something was amiss, Harlan swiftly guided me to the room and said with unwavering seriousness, “Debra, go and take a shower.
It’s crucial not to catch a cold. Your health is of utmost importance.”
Caleb’s POV:
Initially, after being struck by Debra’s hand, I harbored a sense of defiance. However, as my eyes fell upon her countenance, I was taken aback.
Her eyes were swollen and tinged with redness, while her once radiant face was now adorned with tear stains, evoking a profound sense of pity and compassion.
So… I caused her pain?
A pang of sorrow gripped my heart, causing a fleeting moment of anguish to surge within me.
“Alas,” Damien uttered with a heavy sigh, his voice filled with helplessness. “Caleb, she is destined to be your mate. Why must you utter such words?”
I retorted coldly, “Silence! I merely spoke the truth. What does it matter if Debra is my destined mate? No werewolf can endure having their honor scorned.”
“You…” Unable to convince me, Damien fell silent, realizing further arguments were futile.
After Debra delivered a resounding slap across my face, she turned away, tears streaming down her cheeks. My instinct was to run after her, but a group of children encircled me, blocking my path.
“Mr. Wright, will you please give us some more toys
Trapped in my circumstances, I reluctantly relinquished my pursuit and accepted that I couldn’t leave to chase after her.
Consumed by a deep sense of frustration, my mood soured further. Even if I managed to catch up with her, I doubted my ability to offer any solace. In fact, there was a chance that my presence could exacerbate the situation. Recognizing this, I realized the need to regain my composure before attempting any reconciliation.
After distributing the toys with me, Carlos cast a concerned glance my way and asked, “Are you alright?”
I was far from being okay.
That day, Carlos sent someone to tail Zoe, eventually discovering her intention to meet Debra at the cafe. Seizing the opportunity, Carlos bribed the shop assistant and instructed her to discreetly record their conversation.
Shortly after, I received the recording and Listened attentively to the entirety of their conversation
“These words reveal the truth!”
The conversation between Zoe and Debra struck me like a mighty blow, leaving me reeling with its impact.
The revelation behind Debra and Harlan’s inability to part ways was unveiled-the presence of a child binding them together.
