Chapter 2410

Phanes' expression instantly turned frigid. She wasn't so much angry as she was disappointed. "It pays to keep our guards up and protect ourselves. I'm sick and tired of being jerked around. So, I'm sure you'll understand why I have these questions." Perseus shrugged, his deep gaze locked on Phanes, his tone blunt and unapologetic. He continued, "Remember the first time we met? You told me we were engaged and that your mission was to keep me safe. But what turned out to be the truth?" He shook his head and sighed heavily. "I've become paranoid because of all of you. I don't trust anyone anymore. I only believe in my own judgment now." "How dare you doubt me?" Phanes' face darkened, her voice tight with fury. "What right do you have to question me? When have I ever hurt you?" "To this day, you haven't. But you can't deny you've kept plenty of secrets from me." Perseus felt a flicker of pity when he saw the anger on her face, but he quickly steeled himself again. "All of you tre