Chapter: 1686

Laney wasn't having any of it and shoved him away. “No need. A stranger shouldn't get involved in this."

Cliff found himself speechless.

Merrick was genuinely touched, “You're the best. Don't worry. I won't lean on you.”

Cliff watched them leaving with a cold gaze, hesitated, and then decided to follow.

Kailyn seemed eager to be part of the action, but Cliff shot her a look. “I need to have a word with Laney. Leave us.”