The deeply affectionate look on Carl's face was extremely touching.

Yet, it failed to reach Amber's anguished heart.

"Your past doesn't matter to me.

Whether you betrayed Mr.

Schmidt...

It doesn't matter because it's you I care about." "It doesn't matter?" Amber scoffed.

"You're loyal to Jameson, yet you say it doesn't matter?" This sounded like a cruel joke to Amber.

She laughed bitterly until her eyes welled up.

"As I've said, it doesn't matter because it's you! Besides, even if Mr.

Schmidt wanted you dead, I have ways to keep you safe!" In his haste, Carl blurted out, "You'll be perfectly safe if you marry me.

I swear, Mr.

Schmidt wouldn't dare do anything to you!" Amber's pupils constricted.

Her sharp mind caught the implication of his words.

had boldly stated that Jameson wouldn't have the audacity

was a

and ruthless behavior, the former likely navigated

hidden vital evidence against Jameson to

calm

her lower lip until it bled, the metallic

arm, leaning her sweaty forehead

heart pounded with emotion as

lovingly, "let's go back

beautiful, with

get married

and I promise to always keep

can

you that." A sharp, crushing ache

formed a task force to investigate

team

amount of illegal

photos and detailed information

gang member from The

Cyrus submitted the evidence.

police force prioritized solving Nicholas'

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