Chapter 21

In the large room, Bennett sat half-reclined on the bed as he stared at the woman sleeping soundly in his arms. Her exposed arm was covered in blue and purple bruises.

Cecilia was only 18 when she first came under his wing. She followed behind Avery, her bright eyes and flawless skin resembling a little rabbit.

Her dark eyes sized him up cautiously, and her soft, adorable appearance made Bennett feel the urge to reach out and stroke her hair. After that, he kept her by his side for eight whole years.

"Mm…" Cecilia pouted and rolled over. She seemed to be feeling cold as she snuggled closer into his embrace.

His phone vibrated at that moment. Bennett pulled the blanket with his right hand and tucked Cecilia up with it tightly. Then, he reached for his phone with his left hand.

"We've found out that those cars were indeed from Bryndale. It's Mr. Lance."

"So, it really was him." Bennett played with Cecilia's hair, his long fingers running through her strands. A tender look appea