Chapter 577

The impact of what she had witnessed left Pearl's face as pale as paper. Jenny seized the opportunity to continue her charade, wrapping her arms around Richard's neck. "Rick… I'm in pain, I'm afraid—" Richard didn't immediately push her away. Instead, he glanced at Pearl, whose disappointed eyes pierced his heart. The firm grip of the man holding Pearl bothered him, making him uncomfortable. He didn't want the man to do that to Pearl. This strange discomfort confused him. He didn't have feelings for her, so why was he feeling this way? Before he could fully comprehend his emotions, Jenny began to move and brought his attention back to her. He lowered his head and whispered something to Jenny. Pearl couldn't make out his words, but from her blurry eyes, she could see how gentle he was. The pain of Richard no longer loving her cut deeper than anything else, but she knew there was nothing she could do if he had fallen for someone else. Taking a deep breath, Pearl forced a smil