"I saved you because you saved me on the island. Now we're even."
Emma said, her face smiling, but her eyes were cold and distant.
"Let's part ways here."
She turned to leave, but Hunter swiftly pulled her back into his arms. "Your way of repaying a debt doesn't sit well with me."
Emma paused, startled.
"An eye for an eye doesn't satisfy you?"
"Or are you saying your life isn't worth it, Mr. Smith?"
She valued her life dearly.
But she couldn't deny that Hunter's life was indeed worth a lot more.
"I've already figured out all of your adoptive father's little tricks. So, your rescue today doesn't count."
Emma blinked, realizing he was right.
Hunter wasn't just anyone—
He had countless enemies and was well-versed in defending against them.
"Fine, in that case, there'll be a next
