Kael stared at Anne from head to toe with a piercing gaze that succeeded in intimidating the woman, who was clearly already terrified after witnessing how Kael had slit the throat of one of his employees earlier.

“I… I can take care of this child on my own, Mr. Kael. I also won’t tell anyone about this,” said Anne—choosing not to involve Kael in her pregnancy, which was actually Kael’s child.

Instead of responding, Kael stood up to get some water and offered it to Anne.

“Why are you so afraid? I’ll take responsibility,” Kael replied, trying to reassure her.

Anne took the glass of water and clutched it tightly....