Love On Ice: Don’t Leave Me, My Charming Liar

Chapter 254: "And what if I choose to investigate?" Murray challenged, his eyes gleaming provocatively. "Then I'll use every means at my disposal to stop you," Johnny replied, his tone gentle yet resolute. Murray couldn't resist a second glance at Johnny. Johnny's demeanor was inherently soft, a stark contrast to Murray's deceptive mildness, which cloaked his sharp intellect and vengeful traits. "What makes you think you can stop me?" Murray asked. "The Higgins family has kept you hidden. By coming forward now, aren't you just inviting trouble?" He let out a soft chuckle.

"The Higgins family may not harm me, but the matters you're delving into could harm others," Johnny replied, causing a slight crease in Murray's brow. They locked eyes in silence, Johnny's calm demeanor standing in sharp contrast to the anxiety he once showed within the Higgins family. If Nyla were here, she would undoubtedly feel thoroughly misled. "You seem to be protecting someone," Murray concluded. "There's no need to test me, Mr. Wheeler. I'm merely doing what I feel is necessary," Johnny replied, his eyes tinted with sorrow.

Had it not been for his actions, perhaps none of this would have unfolded. Observing Johnny in this light, Murray experienced an unexpected surge of emotion. He looked away, stood up leisurely, and said, "Don't waste your time stationing others around me. They prove ineffective. However, I wouldn't mind if you were to oversee me directly." Johnny's brow furrowed slightly, puzzled by his remark.

Your storytelling destination is gαℓησνs․com As Murray stepped out the door, Johnny caught him saying, "Perhaps our goals are the same." Murray approached his car and noticed a crowd dissipating around the humble seaside cabin. He had pieced everything together. It was yet another case of a selfless individual prepared to sacrifice it all. "Where have you been? People around you are acting strangely; you should watch out. I'm on my way to see you." Nyla's voice, filled with urgency, sounded from the phone.

Murray had noticed his phone buzzing as he neared his car, seeing several missed calls from Nyla. He picked up the call, settled into his car, and motioned for someone to disable the jammer, leaning back casually with a faint smirk. "What's wrong? You worried about me?" Nyla, irritated by his teasing tone, responded sharply. "There's been a switch in your circle. It's probably someone from the Higgins family." Regret washed over her for involving Murray in her troubles. She didn't want him or anyone else to get hurt because of her.

Realizing Murray might be at risk made her incredibly anxious. The thought that her friend was in danger because of her was unbearable. . . .