I looked at Lucius silently with no expression. A layer of cold sweat formed on his forehead as he paled, and he could not hide the panic from showing in his eyes any longer. “I-I had no hand in this matter, M-Mr. Taylor. I-I was just standing beside him and never laid a hand on Ms. Nova.”
I withdrew my gaze from him. “Take this scumbag to the hospital. I’ll cover the expenses for his treatment.” Lucius opened his mouth to say something, but his words got stuck in his throat. He then nodded silently and helped Nile up.
Violet, Nova, and I passed by the pair and headed toward the elevator, and the pair stepped back immediately when we passed by them, giving way for us to pass while holding their breath. I looked at Nova after arriving in front of the elevator and asked in a soft tone, “So
