Chapter 328

Mayra was still puzzled about why Serena had been summoned when Anderson unbuttoned her sleeve. Because it was so hot today, she hadn't wrapped her arm, exposing the bruise left by Brandon's blow. "Your courage is commendable, but do you have no fear of death?" Anderson's initially gentle tone turned fierce as he stared at Serena. For a moment, Mayra was taken aback by his intensity. She quickly said, "This has nothing to do with Serena." With eyes reddening with tears, Serena started crying. "I'm sorry, Mr. Barlow. I couldn't stop Brandon. It's my fault that Mayra got hurt." She kept her head down, fingers curling up as she wiped her tears. "I finally managed to resolve this, and now you've made her cry again. What if Brandon comes after me again?" Mayra wondered if he was here to stir up more trouble. "Your idea of resolution is taking a beating? When have I ever hit you?" Indeed, Anderson had never laid a finger on her or even spoken harshly to her. She knew this all too well,