Chapter 84

Though Abigail's anger was almost palpable, radiating from her like a storm, she had no desire to argue with Shane in public. After all, it would only bring shame to the entire Lawson family. So when Shane insisted on taking Nina away, she did not try to stop him. Noticing the displeasure in Abigail's eyes as Shane came to her defense, Nina hesitated, not daring to follow him right away. It wasn't until Shane turned his head and swept her with a dark, heavy gaze that her heart jolted, and she forced herself to follow. As she passed by Abigail, she could feel her gaze like a blade against her skin—barely concealed and brimming with murderous intent. That naked hostility sent a chill down her spine. Abigail's tolerance for her had officially run dry. On the way back, she was seated in the back of Shane's black Bentley in silence. Shane also said nothing. His face was dark as he gripped the documents in his hand, his thoughts unreadable. It wasn't until they returned to the Lawson res