Toph glanced around, feeling uneasy.
Chris was older and exuded a military aura. It made Toph cautious about acting recklessly in front of him.
Suddenly, the world seemed to hush, and each passing second felt like an eternity in the silent atmosphere.
Lena's heart raced as she did not want to involve Chris. She decided not to argue with Toph about whatever he said concerning her, hoping he would eventually let her go after scolding her enough. But with Chris caught in the middle, she felt distressed.
As Lena was about to tug at Chris' sleeve, Toph shouted in frustration, "You're actually siding with her?"
"Toph..."
"Chris Hamerton! How could you side with her against me? What are you thinking?"
"Because I believe that Lenny isn't that kind of person!" Chris almost roared.
Toph and Lena were shocked.
Chris was surprised by his own outburst, but the words couldn't be taken back. He firmly held Lena's hand and looked straight into Toph's eyes, saying, "She may have a peculiar temperament, but she's not as ill-intentioned as you claim.
"Although she might not explain everything, it doesn't mean she's weak. Toph, I hope you'll work on your impulsive flaw. When you've thought it through, come and apologize to Lenny."
Lena stared at Chris, her mind blank, feeling warmth from his hand holding hers.
Chris led her away, and she followed like a marionette being pulled along.
At that moment, a figure suddenly flashed not far away!
Lena jolted, snapping back to her senses, but the person had disappeared.
"What's wrong?" Chris asked.
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