— Luckily, things turned out okay, though it was a close call.

Clarissa’s first target for a hostage was Liberty.

First, Liberty wasn’t trained in self-defense.

Second, she was Audrey and Kathryn's chosen successor, and finally, Liberty held enough importance in Audrey’s group that capturing her would keep the York, Lewis, and Stone families from acting rashly.

Thankfully, Lilian reacted quickly and pulled Liberty back before Clarissa could capture her.

Otherwise, the outcome could have been terrible.

When Duncan heard what happened, he was terrified and blamed himself.

He felt useless, thinking that after all his rehabilitation, he still couldn't walk normally or protect Liberty in dangerous situations.

“Duncan, Liberty said softly, “You're doing it again.

I told you not to overthink or put yourself down.

You are not useless.

and even Zachary and Clive have praised you for building your business without relying on your family.” Duncan smiled, “Alright, I won't say that

rested quietly in his

just so

you and sonny? That night, you almost ended up in Clarissa’s

It’s all over.

and

night, she had indeed come close to being

Liberty might have been pulled down to her

have let her

Lillian saved her life.

had time to react before Lilian pulled Liberty

Duncan held her tighter.

couldn't sleep or eat for

you myself.” Now that he was here, he didnt feel like a

leaning against him, and said

“That's a blessing,’ Duncan replied, not liking

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