Chapter 72

Matthew’s words hit the mark—Serena snapped out of her daze like someone just splashed cold water on her. Then she bolted out of the room like a startled bunny. Seriously, what on earth got into her just now? Shower steam must’ve fried her brain for even thinking about touching his scar. That was basically asking for trouble. Watching her flee, Matthew couldn’t help the smirk tugging at his lips. She was...adorable. Really. In those tough years surviving in Veloria, aside from Lucas who stuck it out with him, the world hadn’t exactly shown Matthew kindness. It made him hardened—strategic, cold, always prioritizing gain over anything else. No one ever genuinely cared. No one ever got close—until Serena. The woman he dragged into his life for vengeance, for taking back company shares. And yet...she cried over his old wounds. Actual tears. Sure, her constant attempts to walk away pissed him off to no end. But right now, all he felt was an odd tightness in his chest. Back when she voluntee