Chapter 22 Taking Action

• "Thank you," Clyde said earnestly, and Willa smiled in response. Clyde's gaze lingered on Willa with genuine gratitude as she departed with Bertha. Lost in contemplation, he scarcely noticed the encroaching presence of the tall, red-haired young man and his entourage.
• Meanwhile, Fiona stood at a distance, her hand covering her mouth as she addressed Clyde with blatant contempt. "You pompous fool," she spat, her disgust evident in every syllable. "You paraded around with such arrogance yesterday. Don't you know your place? You aren't even fit to breathe the same air as Felix. How dare you instruct others to harm him? You're nothing but worthless garbage. Today, I shall teach you a lesson."
• Fiona's scornful words pierced Clyde's thoughts, extinguishing the warmth and emotion he had just experienced. In that instant, his heart hardened. "Did Felix send you?" Clyde inquired, his voice devoid of emotion.