Chapter 313

Zion's voice was stern. "You did what needed to be done. People like them don't deserve mercy." Maeve knew it all too well. She had shown leniency once when James tried to kill her. And now, with Sharon and James harming Philip, their actions had made a mockery of her kindness. Zion held Maeve's slightly trembling hand, his voice uncharacteristically gentle. "Trust me, everything will be okay." He was usually aloof and rebellious, so his tenderness surprised Maeve. Despite his reputation as a ruthless figure, she noticed the subtle gentleness in his eyes, masked by a facade of indifference. Meanwhile, in Brooks Manor's study room, Larry reported to Sergio, who was sitting at his desk. "It's confirmed. James took those photos." Sergio watched the footage on his computer. It showed James sneaking out of the hotel room after setting Maeve up. There was no doubt about his guilt. Seeing Sergio's silence, Larry couldn't help but ask, "Mr. Brooks, today's incident clearly had nothing to