Seeing the fearful look on Noras face deepened my disdain for Andrew.
After a moments thought, I grasped Noras hand and led her towards him.
Both Andrew and Nora froze for an instant.
Andrew recovered first, his voice shaking with surprise as he looked at me.
Debra, youre not angry with me?
I met his gaze with a frosty silence before replying sharply, Nora doesnt need to look after me. Let her go home to care for Abby.
Andrews brow creased slightly, perhaps realizing he had misjudged the situation, and he chose to remain quiet.
Nora, even more frightened, quickly sought refuge behind me.
With a stern expression, I added, Stop making Noras life difficult. Im going to find a place and move out soon. Nora and Abby will come with me. You wont have to deal with us any longer.
Upon hearing my decision to leave, Andrews anxiety escalated. He rushed to clarify, I didnt mean it like that. The manor is Abbys home. Please, dont make any rash decisions. Abby is still so young, and its unsafe for her in those dangerous places outside.
At that moment, Noras complexion turned ashen, a look of dread flashing across her face. She grabbed my sleeve and whispered, Mr. Pierce has a point. Dont act on impulse. The witch clans appearance of peace is deceiving. Its not safe to take Abby out hastily.
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Her words made me pause and reconsider.
I recalled my arrival at the witch clans territory. It was far from secure.
Yet, staying at Andrews manor meant inevitable interactions with him.
Sensing my inner turmoil, Andrew quickly reassured me, Dont worry. Were just friends, and
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Ill respect that boundary. You and Abby can stay here without concern. Well sort everything else out later, okay?
Still uncertain, I was about to respond when Nora interjected again, emphasizing Abbys vulnerability. Think about Abbys safety. Shes so young, and we cant risk anything happening to her.
Her plea dispelled my doubts. I gently squeezed Noras hand in reassurance and promised, I wont take Abby away until Im certain were completely safe.
Nora sighed in relief.
Andrew also relaxed, adding, Given your concerns for Abby, Ill arrange for Nora to stay and look after her.
With a grateful smile, Nora nodded and returned to Abbys side cheerfully.
Once Nora had left, my focus shifted entirely to ensuring Calebs safety.
As I turned around, I saw Caleb had already made his way outside. Perched in a wheelchair, he gave me a deep, meaningful glance.
I rushed over to him, seizing his hand in surprise, and asked, How are you holding up?
Caleb remained silent. His doctor, standing beside him, filled in the details for me. Hes lost quite a bit of blood, but thankfully, there are no severe injuries. Its nothing serious. A few days under observation and he should be ready to leave the hospital.