Chapter 976

Lina's expression darkened, and anger surged within her. She was about to say something when Zuko stepped forward and blocked her behind him. It momentarily stunned her.

Zuko's broad back shielded her completely, preventing her from seeing Violet's malicious smile or the wicked faces of the thugs. He was like a wall, isolating her from the ugliness of the world.

Lina's heart warmed, and she wore a barely noticeable smile.

Zuko's voice turned cold. "Ms. Grist, if you have something to say, say it to me."

"Say it to you? Who do you think you are?" Violet crossed her arms and sneered. "It seems like you're enjoying your newlywed life. You're quite protective of her! Is this little b*tch skilled in bed to make you so devoted?"

"Violet Grist, watch your mouth! You—"

Before Lina could finish her sentence, Zuko pressed her head back behind him.

Lina then lifted her little head from under Zuko's arm on the other side. "Violet! You—"

"Go back!" Zuko continued to press her like he was pl