Chapter 1008

Abigail was afraid that he might do something rash, so she quickly ran back and hugged him. "Calm down, Nathan. He only insulted me a little, and I've dealt with it in my own way." Whether it was her words or her warm embrace that did the trick, the fierceness in Xander's eyes vanished instantly, leaving only tenderness. "Why did you come back? Wait outside for me." Abigail said, "Just promise me you won't do anything stupid, okay?" Xander smiled. "Don't worry. I can take him down a million different ways without leaving a trace or getting myself into trouble." Feeling a wave of relief wash over her after hearing his words, Abigail quickly exited the house. As she stepped out through the door, she was completely unaware of the exchange happening behind her. Soon after, she spotted Paxton. Paxton apologized, "I'm really sorry, ma'am. It was my carelessness that allowed Nova's people to take you." Abigail replied, "You can't guard against a traitor. It wasn't your fault." "I was s