Chapter 1136

While Ninian was in a daze, Everett suddenly took a step back.

He pulled down his cap and whispered, “Be careful”.

As he was about to leave, Ninian’s agile hand grabbed his arm. He was shocked, and when he turned back, their eyes met.

“Um… Sorry…” She recalled that he hated coming in contact with other people.

She felt awkward. However, Everett was not looking at her hand. Instead, he was looking behind her vigilantly.

She turned back and looked, only to see a few figures emerging from the shadows.

“Damn it!” Ninian exclaimed.

‘Those are my family’s bodyguards!

‘No wonder Hal and Al let me out. They’ve secretly sent their men to follow me!’

Everett, who had obviously noticed their presence, pulled his hand away, ready to leave. He did not plan to expose his identity to the Winters family just yet.

But just as he pulled his hand back, Ninian swiftly grasped it.

“Follow me!”

She clutched his hand tightly as she led him into a small alley.

Everett looked at her delica