Chapter 1478 Fake Concern

Embarrassment flashed across Deirdre's face as she declared, "I'm leaving... Of course, I'm leaving!" She straightened up and made her way toward the door. However, just as she reached for the doorknob, she sensed movement behind her. Suddenly, a muscular arm stretched out from the side and forcefully slammed the door shut, catching Deirdre off guard. Standing closest to her, Brendan emitted erratic hot breaths on the back of her neck. "What did you do?" Brendan's question tightened Deirdre's body, but she feigned ignorance. "What?" "Don't play dumb!" Brendan's grip on her hand tightened. Deirdre inadvertently noticed Brendan's scorching skin. "What did you do to that glass of milk? Why do I feel unwell?" Deirdre's pupils twitched. Did Ryker lie to her? Didn't he assure her that Brendan wouldn't be harmed? In the next instant, she turned her head and frantically searched Brendan's body, her teeth chattering nervously. "What's wrong? What's happening? You— Ah!" Brendan abruptl