Dressed in a trench coat, Bernard's face was dark as he leaned against the wall.
"I didn't expect to run into such a mess right after dinner. It looks like Javerton City's thugs aren't any better than those in Marven City."
"Mr. Blake, there was no need for you to step in yourself. Your safety…"
Bernard simply waved a hand dismissively. "Why else would I learn martial arts if not for moments like these?"
"You're the one who saved Serena?"
Hugh's usually immaculate suit was slightly disheveled, his hurried steps betraying his anxiety. He strode straight to the door and glanced inside to check on Serena.
He then turned his gaze toward Bernard, who was surrounded by bodyguards.
"I was just passing by."
Bernard tilted his head, noticing the genuine concern in Hugh's eyes. Only then did he gesture for his men to leave.
Chandler, who arrived late, exchanged a glance with the departing group and walked over to Hugh with a serious expression.
"Mr. Larson, should we look into this man?"
"Forget about him." Hugh's icy gaze cut through the glass, landing on Serena inside the room. "Find out who had the audacity to lay a hand on my wife in Javerton City."
The air around Hugh grew increasingly terrifying, causing Chandler to shiver involuntarily and quickly order an investigation.
With the situation settled, Hugh stayed by Serena's bedside without a word.
Night fell, and the first light of dawn crept in.
Serena slowly opened her eyes, immediately seeing Hugh beside her. He really came.
Her hand under the blanket unconsciously gripped the sheet. She was excited by his presence yet worried about him.
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