Chapter 445

Esther wasn't aware of Xara and Steffan's history, but she understood that should Felix fall ill, she'd have to bear another child to save him. Even returning to the man she despised for Felix's sake wasn't off the table. "I would," she affirmed. Xara asked, "Even after how he's treated you?" Esther looked at Xara intently, sharing her thoughts. "As I watch you right now, Xara, you know what I'm considering? Learning self-defense, maybe becoming stronger. If the time comes, I'll knock Bradley out. After all, I just need his contribution, not him personally. "And if that doesn't work, I'll try a different approach. Bradley's attractive, and his stamina is good. I'll treat him like a vibrator without any emotional attachment." Xara couldn't help but chuckle at Esther's words, her hand covering her mouth. "Esther, your perspective is certainly unique," she commented, amused. Esther lifted the wine glass before her, taking a sip. "During the time Bradley held me captive, these very t