But Sean Carter feared for his life—especially the prospect of being tortured to death by Damien Valerius—so he chose to give a dishonest answer.
Damien Valerius's sharp eyes swept over Aurora Sterling's face. "Am I more childish than that brat?"
Aurora Sterling finally understood. 'So that's what this is about! He's having a delayed reaction and is now trying to settle the score!'
"I… I was just saying that to comfort Dylan Valerius!" At a time like this, Aurora chose not to confront the childish man head-on, lest she receive a truly unconventional punishment.
However, Aurora's policy of appeasement wasn't working. The arm Damien had around her waist tightened, and his handsome face leaned in closer and closer. "It must be so hard on you, being with a childish man like me."
Aurora Sterling let out an awkward laugh. "It's no hardship, not at all…"
"Oh?" The man raised an eyebrow. "So, you still think I'm childish? More childish than Dylan Valerius?"
Aurora Sterling...
