Chapter 407

His voice was sharp, laced with frustration.

If Eric hadn't been there when he was, Wayne had more than enough ways to impose his will on a woman. Hadley would have faced real danger. Hadley bowed her head without saying a word.

Hadley was grateful that Eric had stepped in, but there was nothing left for her to say. He had been right there. He had witnessed everything with his own eyes.

Eric had been prepared to say more, ready to lecture her for what had happened, but before a single word could leave his mouth, his attention was drawn to the crimson streaks trailing down her fingers.

His chest grew tight. "Why do you keep making me worry Like this?"

He took a step forward, trying to get a closer look at her hand.

"Does it hurt? Let me see."