Duncan appeared indifferent at first; he lost his temper and didn’t want to see Liberty. However, when he truly looked at her, his gaze turned greedy as he focused intently on her features, wanting to etch her image deep within his heart.
He opened his mouth, intending to speak, but found his throat constricted, rendering him speechless.
He must be dreaming.
He had said he couldn’t see Liberty, and his parents had barred her entry.
This had to be a dream.
Duncan closed his eyes again.
When soft tissue brushed against his skin, he opened his eyes once more.
This was not a dream.
It was really Liberty!
She had actually come in!
Who had let her in?
Duncan’s eyes grew cold, his expression remained detached as he suddenly raised his hand, roughly swatting Liberty’s hand away. He asked icily, “Who let you in? I don’t want to see you; get out! Are you not satisfied that I’ve been hurt like this? Go, go, go, I don’t want you here!”
Liberty calmly withdrew her hand to wipe her sweat and replied, “Your mom came to me, offering a job at $10,000 per day to care for you for a month. Since I accepted the money, I’ll take care of you. Even if you don’t want to see me, there’s nothing you can do about it. Close your eyes; if you do, you won’t be able to see me.” She discarded the tissue and continued, “You haven’t even eaten lunch. Are you hungry? I made some bone soup for you, and it’s still warm. Do you want to drink it yourself, or should I feed you?”
Duncan stared at her.
“Also, Mr. Lewis, it wasn’t me who caused this; it was you driving too fast. You must face the consequences of your own mistakes. Sonny knows this. From now on, drive as you please, but don’t think you’re flying a plane.”