Chapter: 2320

The doorknob turned slightly, and the man outside pushed the door open and entered.

Averie's eyes narrowed. She quickly moved the knife towards the man's neck, giving him no chance to defend himself.

Yet, the man was quicker than she was.

Just as the tip of the knife neared his neck, the man seized Averie's wrist, thrust her against the wall, and skillfully pressed a spot on her wrist.

Then, the knife fell from her hand as her wrist went limp.