Evander took long strides and swept Liora into his arms in a princess carry. "Liora, are you alright?"
Then, narrowing his eyes, he turned to Calista, "Miss Thorne, don't you think you've crossed the line?"
Calista took a deep breath. Liora truly was his darling, wasn't she? Evander had never stood up for her like this.
Meanwhile, Liora collapsed weakly against Evander's chest, looking so fragile it seemed she was barely breathing. Her small hand clutched desperately at Evander's tie, "Evander, don't blame Miss Thorne. I just accidentally fell. It's just... I'm worried about the baby. I don't know if it's been affected."
Her expression was guilt-ridden, her sobs pitiful and aggrieved, yet when she glanced at Calista, there was a hidden glint of triumph in her eyes.
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