Chapter 821

Abigail had been playing the role of a parent all day. When facing enemies, she never showed her fear, though she felt scared many times. She gritted her teeth and stayed strong. She told herself she must not show any fear or retreat. She had to hide her fear to protect Esther, who was depending on her. But when Xander appeared, she felt safe. He was her rock, and she could finally let down her guard and show her true self.

Abigail looked up at him, ready to say many things, but before she could open her mouth, he asked with a frown, "What happened to your face? Why is it swollen?"

Abigail did not want him to worry, so she tried to make a joke to lighten the mood. "Oh, I just lost a fight, so I bit myself in frustration."

But Xander was not amused and called for Paxton, their bodyguard.

Paxton hung his head. "I didn't keep Mrs. Zane safe. Please punish me, Mr. Zane."

Xander looked really serious, and his eyes were sharp behind his silver glasses. "Punishing you will make it alrigh