Chapter 890

Angeline wasn't resisting Sean or stopping him from holding her, and her voice was gentle. She wasn't throwing a hissy fit and was perfectly composed. It was as if she wouldn't be bothered if Sean chose Melissa over her. This pissed Sean more than if she were to ignore his calls and throw a tantrum.

He tightened his grip on her wrist, his expression making it clear that he was trying his best to keep his anger at bay. After a while, he seemed to concede and said, "For this matter with Thomas, I'll go with what you want. We can both do what we need, but you need to know that I'll protect Melissa and Mr. Lane to the very end!"

"Mm-hmm." Angeline nodded. "I've always known that, and I haven't forgotten."

"Don't be so sarcastic with me." Sean fixed her with a hard stare.

"How am I being sarcastic? I'm earnestly responding to you." She chuckled without averting her gaze from his. Then, she checked her watch and continued calmly, "Taylor and Jamie have been waiting at the door for a whil