Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 936

Kevan’s left arm was wrapped in a thin bandage. Due to his loose sweatshirt, no one could tell that he was injured.

Larissa watched as he unwrapped the bandage. There was a wound approximately four inches long on his arm.

Kevan had already treated and disinfected the wound with alcohol. It had scabbed over and stopped bleeding, so it didn’t look terrifying.

Still Larissa’s heart ached as she touched the area around Kevan’s injury. She bit her lower lip to hold back the tears welling up in her

eyes.

Kevan only meant to evoke her sympathy, not to make her cry.

“It’s a minor cut. I’ll be fine in a couple of days.” Kevan removed his arm from her grasp and rewrapped the bandage.

again in the future. If things can be resolved by calling the police. you don’t need to handle it personally.”

that Maria was a weak woman and couldn’t inflict much harm on

encounter a strong man like Vick? Confronting him head–on would only result in

“Okay,” Kevan agreed.

placating her. What she wanted was a promise that

voice trembling, “I don’t think I can bear it if something bad

feeling moved by Larissa’s reaction. He reached out and pulled her into his arms. He lowered his head and kissed the top of Larissa’s

happen to me. I will stay safe and healthy. I will always be there for you and Aster,” Kevan promised

and snuggled closer to him. “You promised. You can’t go back on your word,” she

I won’t go back on my word.” Kevan let

had an appointment with Brian Ackley, the CEO of

was quite far and Kevan wasn’t familiar with the route, Larissa arrived

the car and hurried toward them with her bag

were waiting for her at the entrance. The expressions on their faces were calm. They didn’t show any sign of displeasure at her tardiness.

you waiting!” Larissa apologized