Chapter 137 Finding an Excuse for Him

• After saying those words, Alaric silently repeated them to himself. I won't let anyone lay a finger on Victoria ever again.
• To his surprise, Victoria merely smiled faintly in response. "It's alright. You were also looking for someone, after all. If I were in your shoes, I would've done the same. It's all out of necessity."
• Alaric couldn't help but smile bitterly. What should he say? His wife was so gracious and composed. Even at a time like this, she was actively trying to give him a way out. However, her calm demeanor also implied something else.