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Chapter 163: Tossed to the Sky

With a subtle veil of uncertainty, her face bore a tapestry of complex emotions. Howl, torn between truth and intimidation, wasn't entirely certain if she spoke honestly or merely sought to frighten him away.

"Then death it is," he declared resolutely, catching the girl off guard. "I would choose you every day, even in the afterlife."

Atasha's eyes, lips, and insides quivered. Her entire being trembled as though an icy bucket had been upended upon her.

"You can't be serious," she retorted wryly along with the skepticism that was etching her features.

How could he decide so casually?

Hadn't he despised his mother for her selfishness and cruelty? Atasha remained unconvinced; an inexplicable anxiety gnawed at her.

In this moment, the habitual scowl etched on his face had metamorphosed into raw sorrow.