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Noah looked past Casey at River with a burning rage in his eyes. “Why are you still hanging out with him?
River was on the verge of responding when Casey interjected, “Noah, you can’t control someone’s freedom like that.”
“Was I talking to you, jerk?” Noah yelled maliciously at Casey.
Standing beside Noah, Daniella trembled, shocked to witness Noah so infuriated. It was her first time seeing him like that, and it made her realize how important River was to him.
Daniella couldn’t help but wonder, ‘Why is Casey spending time with River again? Why are these guys.
– taking her side?
Jealousy burned in Daniella’s eyes as she watched the exchange unfold.
“Do I owe you an explanation?” River’s voice turned cold.
Noah’s anger flared as he retorted, “I just want to know why you’re meeting Casey. Do you understand how terrible he is?”
River shot back, “Why is that any of your business? You’re also keeping someone with questionable behavior close, right?” She cast a pointed glance at Daniella.
Casey chimed in, “Noah, you need to calm down.”
Noah threatened, “Do you want to get hurt?”
Noah raised his arm as if to strike Casey.
River hurriedly stepped between them, shielding Casey.
Noah abruptly withdrew his fist, centimeters from River’s face, and demanded, “Are you helping him?”
River hid her fear behind a mask of resolve and retorted, “Do you think your control has no bounds? If you can make choices, why can’t others?”
Noah’s anger was tinged with disappointment. He clenched his fists and asked, “Why won’t you heed my advice? You know what kind of person he is!”
River couldn’t help but counter, “And I recall telling you to return my son if you want to be with Daniella! Have you followed my advice?”
Taking the opportunity, Daniella stepped forward and started, “You’re a joke, River. Ax-”
“Shut up! Get out of here!” Noah’s gaze fell on Daniella.
Daniella was petrified. “Noah, I…
Casey was visibly excited by the escalating tension. He watched the scene unfold, his heart racing with anticipation.
His excitement grew as he observed Noah’s anger and pain. What an electrifying spectacle! I need to stoke his anger even more! he thought.
Concealing his emotions, Casey took River’s hand and suggested, “Let’s go, Ms. Healy.”
River instinctively pulled her hand back, eyeing Casey warily. What are you trying-
Before she could finish, Noah grabbed her arm, locking eyes with her as if reminding her of their earlier conversation.
“Casey, release her!”
Noah stepped closer and punched Casey’s face. Daniella screamed and nearly rushed to Casey’s aid.
River was stunned Is Casey provoking Noah to get beaten? Could he be suffering from a mental illness?
Before she could process her astonishment, someone grabbed her arm. She looked up to see Noah pulling her toward the hospital’s entrance “Let go of me, Noah!” River struggled to break free, but Noah continued to lead the way, his grip unyielding Daniella lacked the courage to help Casey, especially with surveillance cameras around. She couldn’t risk. jeopardizing her plan at this crucial moment.
“Casey…” Daniella called out, rooted in place.
Casey glanced at her, “Don’t ask questions. I have things to attend to.”
Daniella was rendered speechless.
Why does Casey still need River if I’m capable of helping him? Casey must be trying to get close to River because I still haven’t done enough! This must not happen again! I have to figure out a way to get Casey to take the initiative to seek my help!‘ she wondered.
Meanwhile, at the hospital entrance.
Noah abruptly pulled River into the car. After shutting the door, his anger became evident as he demanded, “Wet tissue, Reuben!”
Startled, Reuben quickly handed Noah the requested wet tissue, though he was puzzled.
Noah took the tissue and roughly wiped River’s hand, causing her skin to sting. She wanted to pull her arm away, but Noah snapped, “Try moving again!”
River frowned and retorted, “Noah, if you have an anger issue, take it out on someone else!”
Noah tossed the wet tissue out of the window. “I never interfered in your relationship with Neil. So why do you keep meeting Casey?”
River was now agitated. “Why should you control me when Neil doesn’t?”
Noah’s eyes held a hint of pain as he questioned, “Why do you insist on meeting him?”
River’s eyes widened slowly as Noah’s words shocked her. She began to realize the extent of her importance to him since he reacted so strongly to her interactions with Casey.
River shivered, realizing that Casey intentionally used her to push Noah’s buttons.
River was unable to meet Noah’s pained gaze, and her heart ached. She looked down and said softly.”
It’s not what it seems, Noah.”
“Then tell me.” Noah’s voice turned cold and menacing.
River struggled emotionally, “I’m trying to uncover the truth about who leaked your mother’s incident to the journalist.”
Noah’s mind went blank as he stared at River in disbelief. He realized he had placed her in danger due to his lack of trust.
River bitterly smiled when Noah didn’t respond. Frustration welled up as she said, “You won’t believe anything I say, will you?”
Tears threatened to spill as River turned and reached for the door handle. She was about to open it when she felt a cold presence behind her, followed by a warm embrace.
Reuben swiftly exited the car, understanding he shouldn’t witness what would happen next.
Noah rested his chin on River’s trembling shoulder and admitted, “I’m sorry for not trusting you.”
River’s eyes welled up with tears. She had waited a long time to hear those words.
“I won’t interfere in your relationship with Neill, but please, I beg you, don’t get close to Casey anymore.”
River was at a loss for words.
“He’s not a good person, and you have no idea how cunning he is,” Noah said. “River, promise me not to let yourself get hurt because of me.”
Tears streamed from River’s reddened eyes as she fought back sobs, biting her lower lip to stifle her cries. The pain in her chest made it hard to breathe after hearing his belated apology Why did he wait so long to say this? Why now, when our relationship can’t continue?
A moist spot appeared on her shoulder.
River’s body grew tense. ‘Is he crying?‘
He had seemed so unshakable, impervious to emotions. But there he was with tears in his eyes, begging her to stay away from Casey.
River tried to speak, but her words choked in her throat. The car filled with a heavy sorrow.
Noah eventually withdrew his arms and said tremblingly, “I won’t bother you from now on. Go.”
River wiped her tears and whispered, “Okay”
She opened the door and left.
Reuben was astonished at how quickly River had departed.
‘Didn’t Mr. De Marco force her to stay?’ he thought.
Reuben returned to the car and realized the situation as he saw Noah with his eyes tightly shut in the rearview mirror. ‘Mr. De Marco and Ms. Healy must have ended their relationship for good this time.”
Meanwhile, at Bayview Villa.
Kenny savored the supper prepared by Eira in the dining room. After a long day’s work, he wished he could devour the entire bowl.
“Eira, this is delicious! Please teach me how to make this sometime,” Kenny complimented, his mouth still full, Eira playfully asked, “So you can cook for your future wife?”
“No, no, I want to cook for River because she neglects herself,” Kenny replied after swallowing his food.
Just as he finished speaking, the door swung open.
Kenny and Eira turned to the foyer simultaneously. Kenny dropped his utensils with a clatter upon seeing River, her eyes red from crying.
Rushing to her side, Kenny asked, “What happened, G?”
River turned away, headed for the staircase, and replied hoarsely, “I’m fine. Don’t worry about me.”
“What do you mean, ‘don’t worry about you? Is it because of Grayson Xander? I thought Neil was helping you,” Kenny persisted, catching up to her.
“It’s not because of that. Please, let’s not talk about it,” River said.
“How can I not worry when you’re like this? Did something go wrong at work?” Kenny blocked her path.
River stopped and kept her head lowered, remaining silent.
Kenny grew frustrated. “I feel so helpless when you act like this!”
River clenched her lower lip, tears welling up. “He and I are done for good…”
“He? Who is he?” Kenny asked, his confusion evident..
Suddenly, realization dawned on him. ‘Is it that scumbag?”
River’s tears flowed anew.
Kenny’s eyes widened in shock. “Are you crying over him? I thought you moved on ages ago!”
“It’s not easy to let go of someone you love.” Eira chimed in, passing River tissues.
Amazing