Chapter 189

Darren's eyes flashed with malice as he suddenly raised his hand, thrusting it toward Aveline's face.

Darkness enveloped the night, broken only by a sliver of moonlight. As the dagger rose, its surface caught the pale glow, flashing a brief, ominous glimmer.

Aveline's heart suddenly tightened, and she shouted, "Even if I die, you should at least let me know why!"

Darren paused, gave a cold smile, and viciously grabbed Aveline's hair. "Look at me, take a good look at my face. Do you really not remember me?"

Forced to look up, Aveline's eyes widened slightly as she stared at his face.

Darren had distinct features, and he must have been good-looking in his youth, but now his face was full of hostility, his eyes brimming with murderous intent.

Aveline felt a deep sense of unfamiliarity; she truly didn't remember him!

Seeing the confusion in her eyes, Darren angrily slapped her again. "You little witch, you ruined me! If it weren't for you back then, I would have been living freely abroad b