Chapter 326

Elena patted Serena gently, thinking her odd behavior was just a result of the car accident messing with her mental state. She didn't take her words seriously at all. With a careful smile, she turned to Hanson: "Hanson, don't take what Serena said to heart. She's not in the best condition right now. I know she treated you badly before, and she's paying the price for that. I just hope you can..." "I get it, Aunt Elena." Hanson cut in softly, his tone just right, like a concerned old friend. "We grew up together. No matter what went down in the past, I'd never take her life lightly. She deserves a chance to live, no matter what." He played the role of Nelson flawlessly—even his demeanor was spot-on. If someone had seen the cruel side of him just a moment ago, they'd never believe this was the same man. Serena sat frozen, glaring at him, too furious to even form a sentence. Elena finally remembered to wipe away her tears, her face still looking pitiful and drained. "That means a lot. I'm