Chapter 1471

"Let's go back first." Rickard's tone brooked no argument. However, Hesper quickly grabbed his arm and shook his head. "I can't let everyone see how vulnerable I am. Leaving early won't be a good sign. Trust me, we don't need to go back now." "Hesper Rivera." Rickard's tone sounded a little harsher, but Hesper would always accomplish whatever she wanted to do, no matter what. Even if it was Rickard who was stopping her, and even if his tone was colder, Hesper would never agree to give up at this moment. It was a battle of wills between the two, seeing who would back down first. Taking a deep breath, Hesper's eyes were filled with hints of stubbornness. Coupled with her pale face, she appeared even more resolute yet pitiful, just like a perfectly beautiful contradiction. In the end, Rickard was the one to give in and sigh. "You..." Upon hearing Rickard's response, Hesper knew that he must have agreed to let her have it her way, and a victorious smile appeared on her face. "Let's g