Charlie smiled without answering, because a figure suddenly jumped out from the group behind him and shouted at Takeshi, "You i***t, didn't you see me just now?"
Takeshi's expression froze for a moment before shifting to surprise. Ignoring everyone around him, he rushed toward Sakura, slid on his knees, and knelt heavily in front of her.
"I'm sorry, miss! It's all my fault for not protecting you properly. From now on, I will stay by your side and never leave you. Please forgive me!"
Takeshi's dramatic actions startled everyone else, but Sakura remained completely unfazed. She frowned in disgust, sidestepped Takeshi, and walked up to Charlie. "Mr. Wade, thank you for bringing me here. It must've been a tough journey. By the way, did this i***t cause you any trouble?"
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