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.

you may not

bit her lips. She knew she was indeed lucky. Jonathan

not for what Rosalie

in the car first,” Callum remarked. The two of them then helped Rosalie into the

car.

the vehicle

pajamas. Once she was comfortably in bed, the latter and Callum left the

could say anything, Lillian commented, “I know I acted recklessly today. But I couldn’t control myself. At the thought of how Rosalie suffered because of him, I… Really

Jonathan! The Jonathan Youngblood

sounded somewhat dull. It was as if that statement

actions.

hint 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

of their friendship, but

do so much for her?” Callum

when I was at my most helpless moment,” Lillian answered. It was as if the scene from back then had come

my class. Everyone thought I was the thief. The teacher lectured me sternly, asking me to admit my wrongdoing. My parents even offered to

become isolated and defenseless. It was useless no matter how much I tried to explain my innocence. But… Rosalie chose to believe me. She

that, Lillian smiled. “At that moment, I decided that I would consider Rosalie my best friend for the rest of my

was somewhat in disbelief that Lillian was willing

could understand the

endure it without retaliating. That was

succeed when he

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