Chapter 266

Quentin's voice was still low as he asked, "Where are you?"

Xyla was sobbing uncontrollably after finally reaching Quentin.

"Quint, I've been thrown into the mountains near Creekville by Janet. She was furious and threw me far away. Quint, I'm in such a sorry state. I don't have a penny, and not even a piece of clothing to cover myself. Can you send someone to bring me back? I promise I won't cause you any more trouble."

Creekville was nearly a thousand miles from Dragfort. She imagined that Quentin would feel sorry for her and come to get her immediately.

But instead, Quentin felt a sudden sense of relief. She wasn't kidnapped by criminals after all.

"In that case, just stay there," Quentin said and hung up.

Xyla was stunned.

Why wasn't he worried at all? Why didn't he care about her?

"Quint…" She tried to speak again, wanting to say something more poignant. After all, every time she did that, he would become visibly conflicted and then treat her even better.

But the call had already