Chapter 2048

The brief seconds felt like a century to Lucy. Abigail's hurtful gaze was like a sharp knife that sliced through her skin again and again, repeatedly trampling on her little self-esteem. "I'm sorry!" Lucy didn't know how to face them. Like a frightened mole, she hurriedly left Taylor and returned to her room. Even though it was only a few steps to her room, she was so nervous that she knocked on the doorframe, bruising half of her shoulder. Ignoring the pain, she fumbled to close the door. It wasn't until she leaned against the door and let the darkness envelop her that she finally let out a sigh of relief and collapsed onto the floor. It was still as quiet outside the door. After some time, Abigail suddenly seemed to come to life and walked over to Taylor. She effortlessly lifted him, supported him over her shoulder, and walked away expressionlessly. As she passed by Kingsley, she muttered coldly, "You better watch your mouth." Kingsley took a deep breath and turned his face aw