"I'm sorry." Drew was dragged to the door, then turned around to bow deeply. "Also, thank you."

Claire nodded at Drew with a relieved smile.

After the three of them left, the house finally returned to its peaceful state. Immediately, Claire cradled Camila's face to check for any harm. Her voice was tinged with regret. "I didn't protect you well enough."

Camila sniffled and shook her head.

"It doesn't hurt."

Claire wiped the tears from the corner of her eyes, watched her daughter tenderly, and said, "From now on, it's just going to be the two of us against the world."

Camila hugged her, gently patting her back to comfort her, "I'll always be with you. I'll make lots of money, and ahead of us are only good days."

Claire stroked Camila's face, sobbing lightly, "I feel so sorry for you."

Camila smiled and said seriously, "Were you not feeding me enough or not letting me go to school? Besides, you even made me so beautiful that others are jealous." Claire couldn't help but laugh. "Why are you so narcissistic?"

a smile, gradually the pain eased

got some ointment for Camila, furious. "I could never bring myself to hit you, my

it because

with your joking. Tomorrow, your face will still show the marks. That

"One slap to set

like a pig's head tomorrow. I've been training, you know."

skills were taught

which was surprisingly muscular. "You do have some muscle." Camila looked up, smiling, "Mom, I'm

now," Claire said as she touched

rang, and Claire, after checking the peephole,

Claire's red eyes, and asked anxiously, "Why

head,

a bit worried, and came to check on

"Hi Cole." Camila greeted.

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