Clay's shameless question left Amelia at a loss for words. She stared at him, unable to muster a response. Remembering that Clay had indeed brought her home the previous night, she felt a bit of gratitude and lowered her eyes.
"Anyway, thank you."
That same lifeless demeanor again.
Clay's eyes flashed with irritation. Was she really so indifferent toward him that she couldn't muster any enthusiasm in front of him? The thought sparked an inexplicable anger within him as he sneered. "I just didn't want you to embarrass the Kingsley family. Otherwise, I wouldn't care even if you died out there."
His harsh words cut deep into Amelia's soul like a dagger. She clenched her hands silently, lips slightly parted, and finally said, "Right."
With that, she turned and headed to the bathroom.
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