Chapter 51

I held onto Max's arm, speaking in a sweet voice. "I was just afraid you'd be too busy with work!"

Max smiled indulgently and replied, "What could be more important than you? I would prioritize you over any amount of work."

In the past, his words would have touched me, but now they only made me feel sick.

Max then wrapped his arm around my shoulder and said, "Thank you, Mr. Walker, for bringing my wife back."

Luke responded calmly, "No need to thank me. After all, I didn't do it for you."

Max's eyes flashed with a cold light as he chuckled. "Yes, if my father-in-law knew, he would thank you, his prized student."

Luke's face remained stern as he glanced at Max. "Of course, Jen is the only family left of my teacher and his wife. It's my duty to take care of her. If anyone bullies her, I'll ensure they pay a painful price."

The threat in Luke's words was evident.

Max's face darkened, his eyes filled with icy anger.

Sensing the tension, I quickly intervened. "Honey, I'm hungry. Le