Chapter 1225

Madeline sat up. She ignored the searing pain on her arm and removed her hand from the man’s grip. “Go now!” However, after she was finally out of Jeremy’s grip, he pulled her close and held her tightly. “Linnie, don’t chase me away.” “...” Madeline felt a wave of sadness crashing against her heart. She felt tears falling from her eyes. Of course, she wanted him to stay with her, but this was not the time to be romantic. She knew Jeremy would be worried and reluctant to leave, so Madeline softened her voice and patted the man’s shoulder. “Jeremy, listen to me. I’m fine. It’s just a flesh wound. It’ll heal in a few days.” She comforted, then her voice became firm. “The most important thing right now is proving your innocence.” “No, you’re the most important right now.” Jeremy let go of his arms and cupped Madeline’s pale face. “I can’t let my wife get hurt because of me again.” Madeline felt that Jeremy was feeling sorry for her, but at the same time, she felt sorry for him as w