Chapter 124

His appearance was a shock, and her chest tightened at the sight. Salvatore had truly inflicted damage. Despite the evident pain, she knew he'd likely reject any help with a defiant middle finger.

It had only been two days, and he looked frail. Observing how everyone avoided discussing him, it was evident that he would remain here for a while before Adler figured out what to do with him.

She tossed the bandage into his lap, "If you truly cared for Lily as much as you claim, you wouldn't lie to her."

Rune snorted, massaging his broken nose. "You're the last person to speak about caring for anyone," he said, raising the bandage and waving it at her, "but thanks for the bandage. Would do for a cool nose cover; this place smells like shit."

"Did you do it?" she asked.

"It's none of your business."

"You told Lily you didn't."

"What do you think?"

"Rune, the key was found with you," she approached him. "Every piece of evidence points to