Chapter 61

Marcus's POV

Sitting on a cold floor, leaning my head against the cold bar became my position for hours.

I patiently waited for an update about Lillian's condition but nothing came. They didn't give me any answer so my only hope now is Matthew.

Probably by now, he is getting Lillian's statement. I hope he won't stress her though since it won't be good for our Amari.

I know we will get through this. We have to get through this.

After a few hours, I saw Alice instead of Matthew. I felt anger surge in my system so instead of facing her I directed my gaze on the wall and acted like I didn't see her.

"I know you are mad at me," she said but I didn't bother to look at her.

I remained sitting on the floor ignoring her presence.

"Lillian was taken by her father,"

And by hearing those words I stood up and faced her.

"What do you mean Alice?" I asked and held her wrist. I saw pain cross her eyes so I loosened my hold. "You promised you will give her protection,"

"I did. I tried protecting her