Chapter: 1672

Cliff, however, was focused solely on Laney.

Laney held his stare for a brief second before dropping her head, her hands returning to the suitcase.

Merrick broke the tension with a smug smile. “Hey, little swan, do you still want to keep this?" he drawled, holding up the frame.

Laney didn't even glance his way. “No," she murmured, her voice barely audible.

Merrick shrugged and tossed the frame into the trash can with a clatter.