Samson let out a long sigh, a flicker of hesitation crossing his eyes before he answered. He knew the name he was about to utter might cause a different kind of discomfort in Rose's heart, but saving Itari’s life was the ultimate priority right now."What if we ask Clara for help to hide Madam Itari?" Samson answered softly but firmly. "I don't think Mr Baskoro would ever suspect Clara's involvement in this."Hearing that name, Rose’s hands, which were still pressing against Itari’s wound, trembled slightly. She felt a sudden surge of heat in her chest—not from anger, but from jealousy that she tried her best to suppress."Clara?" Rose repeated, her tone shifting slightly. "You seem to trust her a whole lot, don't you?" she sneered.Her sarcasm made Bejo avert his eyes. He knew all too well that this situation was going downhill fast."It’s not like that. If you were to look for a place for Madam Itari, Mr Baskoro would find out instantly. And I don't want him constantly putting press

The morning arrived with an atmosphere that was still thick with tension. Samson woke up just before dawn; his instincts wouldn't allow him to sleep too deeply. After ensuring the area around the inn was secure, he knocked on Rose's door."Rose, are you awake?" he called out in a low voice.The door opened, revealing Rose already fully dressed, though the dark circles under her eyes were impossible to hide. "I couldn't sleep well, Sam. I kept thinking about everything that happened.""We need to move fast. Bejo is already standing by near the hospital," Samson said. "I’ll drop you off at the office first to ensure your presence is noted by the public, and then I have to head to the hospital to meet Bianca's parents.""Bianca's parents? Frankly, what exactly is the relationship between you and that teenage girl, Sam?" Rose asked, recalling the incident at the construction site."I'll tell you everything on the way. Are you ready to go, Rose?" Samson asked.Rose nodded in response.The

Samson’s threat was no empty bluff. In this digital era, a single video upload could dismantle a reputation built over decades in a matter of hours. Mr Andrew clenched his fists until his knuckles turned bone-white, while Mrs Mona appeared visibly restless, her eyes darting towards the door as if terrified that journalists were already eavesdropping outside."You... you wouldn't dare do that," Mr Andrew hissed, though his tone was now faltering. "That would ruin Bianca's future as well!""Her future was already ruined the moment you chose to shake hands with her attackers instead of wiping away your own child's tears," Samson countered calmly, yet every word struck its target with precision. "I have nothing to lose. My name is already dirt in your eyes, so what do I stand to lose?"Samson then turned to look at Bianca. The girl remained frozen on the bed, staring at the three of them with a blank, bewildered expression. Tears streamed down her pale cheeks. She didn't comprehend concep

"Madam "Itari, do you need anything?" Bejo asked, approaching Itari as she sat on the hospital bed, staring out the window of her room."No, Bejo, thank you. By the way, when is Samson coming?" Itari asked."I've contacted the boss. He said he'll be here soon with the miss boss," Bejo replied."Ah, Rose is coming too. Is it really safe? I mean, Baskoro—" Itari cut her sentence short, but Bejo could see her hands shaking uncontrollably."It’s definitely safe, Madam. You can rest easy," Bejo said, trying to reassure her, though he felt his words weren't quite enough to comfort her. "You are safe here now. The boss and the miss boss have arranged everything to protect you," Bejo added.Itari closed her eyes tightly, but past memories flashed back even more wildly. She could still feel the coldness of the marble floor as Baskoro dragged her, and the tightness in her lungs when he almost choked her simply because she didn't obey his orders. For her, that marriage was not a union of two hea

Hendra fell silent for a moment, his jaw tightening. He tried to mask his nervousness with a forced, hollow laugh.“A medical report? You really think any doctor would dare issue one without Mr. Baskoro’s permission? Every hospital in this city is under his influence, Samson. Medical records can be altered with the blink of an eye.”Samson remained unfazed. Instead, he stepped forward, causing the line of armed men to instinctively retreat under the pressure of his overwhelming aura.“Maybe he controls the hospitals in this city,” Samson said flatly. “But that doesn’t mean I can’t take Itari out of town—or even out of the country—for an honest examination. And don’t forget, I have the original CCTV recordings from that house. Digital evidence can’t be bribed, Hendra.”Seeing Hendra beginning to waver, Samson gave Bejo a subtle signal with his eyes.“Bejo, get them out of here now. Don’t stop until you reach the second extraction point,” Samson ordered without taking his eyes off Hendr