Chapter 1219

Although Hesper considered Julian's feelings for her as self-centered and obsessive, Julian did not show any signs of being affected by her remarks. Hesper quickly realized that her throat had gone hoarse, and it was only then that she realized the pill that Julian had given her was to prevent her from speaking recklessly. Since she was unable to speak, Hesper could only glare at Julian and Nathaniel as they commanded the remaining members of the Mustafas to search for Rickard's whereabouts. After giving out his order, Nathaniel did not join them in capturing Rickard. Instead, he approached Hesper and scooped her into his arms. "What are you doing, Nat?" Julian stepped forward and stopped Nathaniel. Nathaniel raised an eyebrow and asked, "If you leave Hesper here, do you want to give her a chance to escape? Do you think it's safe to leave her here?" Nathaniel was right. Hesper was no longer the same person she used to be. If she regained her composure and broke free from them, i