Chapter 652

"Yes."

Hades responded softly.

The scar on Hades' back was hideous and terrifying. It was located right behind his heart.

Alanna's fingers trembled as she held the ointment.

She knew Hades was injured.

But she hadn't expected it to be this severe.

The scar looked like it had been stitched up multiple times.

Hades didn't say anything more. He just sat there quietly.

After a long pause, he said in a low voice, "This is my badge of honor for protecting my wife and daughter."

His Adam's apple bobbed slightly as he spoke.

Yet, he immediately regretted saying those words.

Indeed, a flash of pain crossed Alanna's eyes. She quickly masked her emotions and lowered her gaze before continuing to apply the ointment to his back.

"Be careful when you shower tonight. I'll have someone check the security footage."

With that, she turned to leave.

However, Hades grabbed her wrist.

"Ally, can I send you abroad? Stay there until everything here is resolved."

Alanna's eyes reddened. She sta