As she spoke, Sophia's trembling hands moved to her shoulder strap.
Ethan's warm hand gently stopped her. "Sophia! Don't do anything foolish!"
Sophia cried, "I don't want to! I really don't! But July's life is on the line! What else can I do? What else can I do?!"
Her tears were filled with despair. "Ethan, I'm not good enough for you. Remember that I once saved you, and take care of July for me!" Her voice trembled like a final farewell.
Yes, if she really stripped in front of everyone, with Sophia's pride, she might take her own life after saving July.
Ethan held her close. "Sophia, do you trust me? No one in this world can hurt our daughter in front of me!"
Ethan shouted, "What are you waiting for? Do it!" At his command, his disciples moved instantly.
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