I was utterly stunned by this revelation.

It wasn’t Elijah who had saved me—it was Liam?

Is this true?

I turned to look at Liam, who showed no sign of surprise, suggesting he had known all along.

Why did Elijah lie to me? And why didn’t Liam clarify the truth?

Liam then spoke up:

"Back in the eighth grade, I happened to pass by an alley and saw a group of girls bullying you. When I approached, I intervened. They knew my family background and didn’t dare continue."

"But you were already unconscious. Knowing you were close with Elijah, I contacted him."

Hearing this, my emotions became a whirlwind, and...