Maribel thought about how foolish she had been in her past life, sacrificing herself for someone like him.
She closed her eyes and took a deep breath.
"Boris, you know exactly how much you're aware of what happened today."
"Grandfather has already been more than lenient with you and your father, but I believe no amount of familial ties can excuse repeated harm."
"Boris, think carefully about what you'll do next."
With that, she walked past Boris and left.
Boris, clutching his arm, turned to watch Maribel's retreating figure.
Her posture was upright, her graceful form showing no trace of submission. She radiated confidence.
Boris felt a surge of anger and frustration. Straightening himself, he was overcome by an inexplicable feeling, strange and unexplainable.
Maribel drove away fr
