Chapter 401
Eva didn’t argue with him anymore because, no matter what she said, he would only respond in the gentlest tone.
Even though he was doing things that hurt her, he acted as if he was doing it for her own good.
No matter how angry or sarcastic Eva was, Michael remained unaffected.
This made Eva feel that it was pointless to argue further, so she left with the two children.
After returning to the room, Eva stood by the window and waited for about five minutes before she saw Michael drive away in a car.
Eva also noticed that most of the people who normally surrounded the villa had been reassigned elsewhere.
She was somewhat shocked. Did David know about this?
Why did so many people leave?
Has someone found her?
Eva’s thoughts were interrupted by a knocking sound at the door. She quickly walked over and opened it, only to see David standing outside. “Ms. Hansen p>
“You p>
Eva had only said one word when David interrupted her. “Ms. Hansen, quickly take Dylan and Ruby and come with me p>
David held Ruby, Eva held Dylan, and the two left hurriedly. The road was clear. There was no one blocking their way. Eva’s heart pounded as they fled. It was like a grand escape.
He brought her to a car. Eva and the two children got in, and after David entered, he fastened his seatbelt and turned his head to look at them. “Ms. Hansen, it might be troublesome, but I need you and the children to lie down under the seats p>
Eva was extremely surprised. “Will that save us from being discovered p>
David pursed his lips, his expression serious. “If they don’t open the car door p>
Eva understood his meaning. If the person checking doesn’t open the car door, they won’t discover them. But if they’re unlucky and their car is checked p>
“I only have this one chance. Ms. Hansen, you can try. Even if it fails, Mr. Cooper won’t do anything to you p>
“But Eva bit her lower lip and looked at David in hesitation.
If she failed, Michael probably wouldn’t do anything to her, but what about David? He was clearly punished earlier, and he probably thanked her because he was released only on her request. What would he do if she really ran away?
“Ms. Hansen, we don’t have much time. Please make a decision quickly.” David knew she was still hesitating. “Ms. Hansen, the reason I’m doing this is because I’ve already made up my mind. You don’t need to worry about my future. I will take responsibility for my words and actions. Right now, you only need to consider yourself p>
Consider herself?
If she only considered herself, of course, she would want to take her children and leave. There was no one to look after her company, and her children weren’t able to attend the school. If it continued, she would become stagnant, and they wouldn’t be able to live a normal life.
“Ms. Hansen, we don’t have much time left p>
Eva made up her mind. “Thank you. I will definitely repay your kindness one day p>
After saying that, she lay down in the car with the two children.
Ruby and Dylan were well-behaved and didn’t interrupt during their conversation. They now lay quietly, regardless of whether the ground was dirty or not.
“Don’t worry, it’ll get better soon,” she reassured.
Ruby nodded gently, signaling she understood.
Seeing them all hunkered down, David knew Eva had made her decision. “Ms. Hansen, please make sure you’re seated securely p>
The car started moving.
David’s eyes were fixed on the road. “We should reach the gate in about two minutes. They’ve pulled most of the guards from there, but we still need to be careful. I won’t be able to force our way through. If they’ll let us go, I’ll drop you off somewhere before heading back. If we’re unlucky and they want to inspect the car, I’ll have to drive fast, so you’ll need to buckle up and protect yourselves p>
Eva listened to him carefully, and in the end, all she could muster was a heartfelt “thank you p>
David smiled and fell silent.
Two minutes later, they arrived at the gate.
As expected, David’s exit was obstructed.
As the car came to a stop, Eva’s breathing tensed. She gave the two little ones a look, and they obediently lay still, not daring to move an inch.
Someone tapped on the car window, and David rolled it down. His face was expressionless as he looked at the person outside.
The guard’s expression shifted slightly upon seeing David.
“David, are you heading out p>
“Yes,” David replied curtly. “Mr. Cooper forgot something. I’ll have to deliver it p>
The guard hesitated. “But Mr. Cooper said that you would stay at the villa to protect Ms. Hansen p>
“Yes, I will protect Ms. Hansen, but I also need to deliver this. Now, let me through p>
The argument drew more attention, and others came over to inquire about what was happening.
David’s brow furrowed slightly; it was getting difficult to handle things with a crowd.
He glanced at the open gate, hesitating whether to just make a break for it.
But such a move would easily spook them all.
If they pursued him, it would lead to a disaster. So it was best to leave peacefully.
David turned the car key and said, “Would you like to deliver it yourself then? If Mr. Cooper asks, you can tell him you were the ones who held me up and caused the delay p>
Startled by his willingness to walk away from the task, everyone took a step back, well aware that Michael was not one to be trifled with.
The man at the gate hesitated for a moment before nodding. “Alright, go ahead. But remember, don’t take too long p>
David smirked and stepped out of the car, signaling Eva and the kids to stay put. As he walked toward the gate, the others watched with mixed expressions of curiosity and apprehension. Eva couldn’t help but ask, “Is he going to be okay p>
Ruby looked at Eva with worried eyes. “I hope so. David seems confident, but who knows what might happen p>
Eva forced a reassuring smile. “Let’s trust him for now. He’s done so much to protect us. I believe he won’t let anything happen to himself p>
They waited anxiously, unable to shake off the feeling of vulnerability. Minutes felt like hours as they held their breaths, hoping that David would return safely and everything would go according to plan. The person finally said, “Okay, you can go now p>
“Have you decided? Don’t you want to go and deliver it yourself?” David said.
“No way, David. Mr. Cooper specifically called for you. How can we go there? We don’t even know where Mr. Cooper is going p>
David snorted and started the car again.
After he left, the leader scratched his head and said, “Strange. Why did Mr. Cooper ask him to deliver something at this time?” “Wait, did you check his car p>
“No. Does David’s car need to be checked p>
The person was scolded harshly.
“Did you all forget about David getting punished by Mr. Cooper a few days ago? Are you just going to let his car go without inspection p>