Chapter 685 The Cleanup Begins

• Jason and Thomas fell silent, and Evelyn and Michael both paled. Even though George's words weren't directed at them, the sheer weight of his presence was enough to rattle them to the core.
• Seraphina quickly spoke up. "George, it was my fault. I moved too suddenly and pulled at my wound. It had nothing to do with them. Don't be mad."
• Hearing his little sister's gentle voice, the frost on George's face melted away. The cold gleam in his eyes behind the lenses softened, now tinged with gentle warmth.