— 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.

successful, and even Zachary and Clive have praised you for building your business without relying on your family.” Duncan smiled, “Alright, I

quietly in

I’m just so relieved

and sonny? That night, you almost ended up in Clarissa’s hands.” Liberty looked up at him and said softly, “I’m

It’s all over.

dead, and Mr. Dunn

been fulfilled.” That night, she had indeed come close to being

quickly, Liberty might have been

have let

Lillian saved her life.

time to react

Duncan held her tighter.

or eat

had to come see you myself.” Now that

and said gently, “I’m tougher than

not liking her saying she

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