"Answer me—did Evelyn touch you that day or not?"
Steven closed in on her step by step, and Iris staggered backward in fear until her legs hit the bed, leaving her no retreat.
Forced to meet his gaze, she looked up.
The killing intent in his eyes sent her into full-body tremors.
"She did... It was Mrs. Lawson who made me hit myself. Steven, trust me, I swear..."
"You're still lying to me, even now!"
"No! It's not true! Steven, it's not like that! Mrs. Lawson hates me being with you, so she's always targeting me. Steven, she started this! I've done nothing wrong!"
Iris reached for Steven's arm, but he flung her to the ground with brutal force.
"I despise liars most! Last chance—did Evelyn threaten you or raise a hand against you?"
"I..."
Iris shook her head wildly, too petrified
