Reborn Through Fire

Chapter 1440

Gilbert sat slumped against the headboard of the bed, while Kisa lay beside him. A heavy sense of gloom surrounded him, and his eyes were half-closed. Kisa stared at him, her eyes wide open, fixated on his chiseled jawline.

Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, Gilbert spoke. “Did you wish for me to be hit by a car just now?”

Kisa blinked, then shook her head. “No, of course not.”

Gilbert’s lips twisted into a cold smirk. “Really? You may not want me dead, but you certainly don’t seem to care if I suffer.”

Kisa sat up and reached for his wounded arm. “You are bleeding badly. Let me help you.”

“Get away from me,” Gilbert snapped, his arm flailing.

the bed and landed hard on the floor, her stomach hurting from the impact. She looked

said, his eyes filled with anger. “I may be worried about this child,

but she tried to convince herself that it was not that bad. Maybe if she just laid down for a bit,

silhouette, agitated beyond measure. He got up and staggered out of the room, slamming

sadness. This silent treatment was unbearable, and she had no idea what Adrien was plotting.

the shrill ring of her phone. The room was still dimly lit, and

“Kisa, are you okay?”

feigned confusion and asked, “Uncle Adrien, why

“He came to me last night, and I think he’s lost his mind. He said he wants to kill both you and your sister because you won’t help him. I thought it was just crazy talk, but today I followed him and saw him try

Kisa obediently replied, “I’m fine. Gilbert got a few cuts and bruises, but

glad you are okay. However, from what happened, it is