When Steven spotted Bella and Justin, along with Asher and Arnold, coming to get him, he found it hard to hold back his emotions.

Tears started welling up in his eyes as he thought, 'Why me? Do I really deserve all this kindness and care?'

"Steve." Asher's gentle smile erased all doubt as he said, "Thank you for your hard work. We're here to take you home."

"Mr. Asher..." Steven's throat tightened. He was almost unable to speak.

Out of nowhere, Bella surged forward like a speeding arrow, taking Steven by surprise before Justin could even react. She stared at Steven with bloodshot eyes.

Justin felt his heart race and was extremely nervous. He thought she had calmed down, but her emotions flared up instantly when she saw Steven.

"Why did you plead guilty?!" Bella exclaimed angrily, her usually calm face now flushed with intense anger.

Steven felt like he had been stabbed in the throat. His parched lips quivered. "Ms. Bella, I'm sorry."

red with tears. With a sudden movement, she angrily raised her hand and

"Bella! Please stop!"

"Bella!"

as tears welled up

did you plead guilty? Have you lost your mind?! We're the ones

Bella... I was scared something would happen to you." Steven felt choked, struggling to speak. "You and Mr. Salvador have finally gotten back together.

a sharp pain in his heart, the intense

not feel grateful at all. "Steve, do you really think I'll be thanking you? Not a chance! This was all thanks to Asher's backup plan... What if it failed? You would've

"You keep saying it's for us, but have you ever thought that you are no longer alone? You have Amelia now! If you really end up in jail, what will

and jolt all

him, but fortunately Justin stepped forward just in time. He reached out and hugged her tightly from behind, offering warm comfort. Justin reassured her. "Bella, don't be angry. Steve is released now, and it's

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