The Ceo’s Convict Wife

Chapter 417

Chapter 417

Callum’s expression changed instantly. He took a swift step forward and positioned himself before Lillian, saying, “Mr. Youngblood, Lillian is only doing this because of her friend. If her actions have offended you in any way, I’m willing to bear the consequences for her.

“Callum, you don’t have to help me. I can handle it myself!” Lillian replied firmly.

“How are you going to handle it?” Callum asked angrily. “Do you really think you can bear the consequences?”

“What’s the worst that can happen? I’ll just let him beat me to death, then! I’m mentally prepared for it!” Lillian retorted.

“Lillian Quinn, are you trying to piss me off?”

Callum could not shake the feeling that his usually composed demeanor would waver whenever he faced Lillian.

Meanwhile, Jonathan stared coldly at Lillian. Clearly, he was not planning to let her go just like that.

However, at that very moment, Rosalie, who had passed out from drunkenness, suddenly nuzzled her head against Lillian’s shoulder. “Lillian… Don’t be afraid… I’ll protect you,” Rosalie mumbled incoherently.

Upon hearing her words, tears welled up in Lillian’s eyes. “Oh, Rosalie. How are you still thinking of protecting me even when you’re drunk?” she thought.

Jonathan stared intently at the intoxicated Rosalie. After a while, he turned around and left without saying a word.

Carlos hurriedly followed behind.

I

The cold wind blew past Lillian. Only then did she realize there was cold sweat on her back.

Next time, you may not be this fortunate,” Callum said to Lillian.

her lips. She knew she was indeed lucky. Jonathan had let her off the

for what Rosalie said, she might

Callum remarked. The two of them then helped Rosalie into the

car.

that, the vehicle

at Rosalie’s place, Lillian assisted her in changing into pajamas. Once she

“I know I acted recklessly today. But I couldn’t control myself. At the thought of how Rosalie suffered because of him, I… Really wanted to slap him!”

Youngblood

friend!” Lillian’s voice sounded somewhat dull. It was as if that statement

actions.

of shock flashed in Callum’s eyes. He had always known that Lillian and Rosalie were very close. Back when Rosalie was in jail, Lillian had given up the opportunity to study abroad and rushed back to the country to fight for Rosalie’s case. Such sacrifices were not something just anyone would do for a

level of their friendship, but little did he know it went far beyond that.

can you do so much for her?” Callum asked

helpless moment,” Lillian answered. It was as if the scene

lectured me sternly, asking me to admit my wrongdoing. My parents even offered to repay the money I was

It’s like the whole world has betrayed you, and you become isolated and defenseless. It was useless no matter how much I tried to explain my innocence. But… Rosalie chose to believe me. She even helped me find the person who stole

that, Lillian smiled. “At that moment, I decided that I would consider Rosalie my best

disbelief that Lillian was

he could understand the feelings

deceptions and manipulations. Although he was frequently set up and wrongly accused, Callum would endure it without retaliating. That was because he understood that building his capabilities was better than

when he

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