When it came to matters unrelated to Natalie, Adrian was always able to keep his emotions well under control.
"I went home today to grab some things, but on the way, I was surrounded by people. They claimed I was involved with loan sharks, grabbed me, and even slapped me across the face."
Upon hearing this, Adrian looked down and indeed saw that beneath Mindsy’s long hair, her face bore a fresh, red handprint.
Natalie, who had been walking ahead, overheard the conversation.
She felt a growing sense of unease in her chest.
"My parents have never withheld money from me. How could I possibly have anything to do with loan sharks? Those people didn’t care about reason. My leg hurts so much."
As she spoke, Mindsy leaned into Adrian’s arms, her body limp.
Glancing down, Adrian noticed deep
