Chapter 20 Agreement

Compared to seven years ago, the man standing before Rosalynn had matured considerably, exhibiting a deeper level of cunning. She couldn't comprehend him then, and she found herself equally perplexed now. Gerald reached out, lifting her chin, and his thumb played with her swollen lips. "I won't help you retaliate against the Lambert family." Rosalynn lowered her gaze, a genuine sense of disappointment evident in her eyes. "But I can protect you." The man disappointed her first and then gave her hope. Rosalynn looked at him. "To what extent can you protect me?" Gerald pondered for a moment. "That depends on how much you can please me." Rosalynn felt that Gerald was now a complete businessman. He constantly exploited her, unwilling to bear even the slightest loss! Gerald looked at her angry and beautiful face, pleased. He promised, "I can guarantee your safety." Rosalynn bit her lip. "What do you want from me then?" Gerald slowly approached her delicate face, his voice low and