Ivelle went out of the room with William Preston, and when he came downstairs, under the dim light, Michael's tall and ferocious body stood in the hall, looking at us motionless.

She paused and subconsciously said, " Michael !"

"Let's go!" William just glanced at him, then opened his mouth, pulled her out, and walked out.

She thought Michael would stop it, but she didn't think he just stood by and watched her leave.

She hesitated for a moment, then turned to him and said, "Thank you!"

He didn't open his mouth but took a faint glance at William.

There were three black cars. As soon as we got on...