Chapter 22

Nolan looked at Lincoln and said calmly, "Mr. Riley, please ask them to leave. I don't want to see them right now." This statement infuriated George. This was Audrey's ward, and now Nolan was not only disrespecting them but also asking them to leave. It was simply outrageous! However, he felt he should tamp down his anger when facing Lincoln's stern expression. He begrudgingly accepted the request, seeing it as an opportunity to discreetly learn about Nolan's relationship with Lincoln. Once they had all left, Nolan took Audrey's hand gently and said softly, "It must hurt a lot." How could it not hurt? Audrey's face was swollen and bruised, her body covered in contusions and blood clots. Just looking at her would make one feel her pain, let alone herself. Audrey wiped the sweat from her forehead and shook her head gently. "It's okay. It's just some superficial wounds. They'll heal in time. Nolan, do you know Mr. Riley? Are you connected with the Baxter family? "If that's the case,