Chapter 1750: Chapter 1850

I gave Nora a final, indifferent glance, my thoughts on Debra, and then followed Andrew out.

As the dungeon gate clanged shut, snuffing out the last sliver of light, darkness enveloped Nora completely.

Outside, Andrew’s tone was tinged with remorse.

“I’m sorry.

”

Surprised, I raised an eyebrow.

I hadn’t expected an apology.

“What? You’ve changed? I thought you despised me.

”

Andrew’s shame deepened.

“I used to think I was no less than you, but now I see I’ve failed to protect Debra.

Even her most trusted servant turned against her.

You wouldn’t have let someone with ulterior motives get close to her, would you?”

Noticing the defeat in Andrew’s eyes, I couldn’t help but smile.

Clapping him on the shoulder, I reassured him.

“Don’t be so hard on yourself.

When I first met Debra, I was just as clueless.

I made plenty of mistakes and even hurt her.

”

Andrew’s eyes widened, eager for more.

“What happened then?”

I paused, memories of Debra flooding my thoughts.

With a faint smile and a sigh, I shared, “Fortunately, Debra Loves me.

She forgave my youthful foolishness.

And we’re meant to be together-through everything, we’ve stayed united.

”

As I spoke, I watched Andrew’s expression shift from hope to despair-a subtle victory in our silent rivalry.

With the mood slightly lighter, I shifted the topic.

“Now that the truth is out, what will you do with Nora?”

Andrew furrowed his brow, deep in thought.

I cautioned him, “Nora is vengeful and deceitful, a dangerous combination.

Handle her with care.

”

Taking a deep breath, Andrew resolved, “I’ll have my people send Nora to the mines tonight.

She’ll spend her days toiling there.

”

Debra’s POV:

I hadn’t slept since Caleb left.

The recent events had left my mind in disarray.

Watching Abby quietly seemed to bring some solace.

Thus, when I heard the door open, I quickly stood and approached.

Relief washed over me upon seeing Caleb, but it was soon replaced by concern as I detected a faint smell of blood on him.

My heart quickened, and I asked nervously, “Are you hurt?”

Caleb stepped back and grumbled.

“The sanitation in Andrew’s dungeon is horrendous.

It’s so foul I could barely breathe, and now I’ve picked up this blood scent.

Damn!”

I then realized he was carrying the smell of Nora’s blood.

Before I could respond, Caleb hurriedly added, “Forget it.

I’ll take a shower first, then we’ll head home.

”