Chapter 85

　　Tabitha's POV 　　Upon hearing Lucian's words, I felt a hint of warmth in my heart. 　　I had faced so many changes alone. Orson and Gloria supported me, but they couldn't confront Derek. 　　"You were never alone," my wolf said in my mind. 　　It was like being gently stroked by a pair of furry claws. 　　I gratefully responded to her. 　　Then I looked at Lucian and smiled slightly, saying, "Even if we killed him, it wouldn't change anything. What has happened could never be changed, and the damage is done." 　　"But at least you won't be hurt any further," Lucian said calmly. 　　His tone, though composed, held a fierce determination. He wasn't trying to comfort me. 　　So, I said, "Don't provoke him. He's a madman. Madmen are not scary, but madmen with wealth and power are. Perhaps you think this place is like a utopia, but it's only a matter of time before he finds it." 　　He listened to my words and fell into silence. 　　I continued, "I have already used some of the alimony he gave me, and I can u