Chapter 532

Madeleine stood by the doorway, her gaze resting on Lucas. Lucas was clearly flustered—too nervous to turn around, completely hating how pitiful he looked. He couldn't stand being seen like this, like every shred of dignity he had was tossed to the floor and trampled. He breathed heavily. His mind spun. The last thing he wanted was to remember everything he'd done to Madeleine. Beckett glanced at Madeleine, gently tightening his grip on her fingers. "Go keep Mom company," she said softly. Beckett nodded and walked into the living room. Leaning casually against the doorframe was Daniel Reid, his eyes fixed on Lucas lying embarrassed on the ground. His expression was hard to read. Lucas looked up at him, shaking uncontrollably. He didn't say anything, but his gaze screamed for help, pleading with Daniel to step in, to save him from this shame. He just couldn't face Madeleine. But Daniel didn't move. Even knowing what Lucas was asking for, he stayed right there. Lucas dropped his eyes, co