Chapter 1050: NovelDrama

Hyde, concealing his discomfort, didn't immediately pull away. He gently patted her shoulder and said, "Stay calm. Right now, our priority must be rescuing Kaelyn."

Mabel looked intently at Hyde's face and asked, "You came solely to rescue her? Didn't you think of coming to find me?"

Hyde's brow furrowed as he struggled to comprehend Mabel's perspective. Noticing his confusion, Kaelyn said, "I understand I'm badly hurt, but you've also wounded Mabel's feelings. You've neglected her as her boyfriend, and it's only expected she'd be upset. You owe her an apology."

After a brief pause, Hyde replied, "I'm sorry. It's my fault. You expected an explanation from me that I failed to give."

Mabel stayed quiet. Hyde mistook her silence for acceptance and felt relieved. Without further words, he sliced through the ropes restraining Kaelyn, lifted her carefully, and began carrying her out.

Unseen by either of them, Mabel's gaze lingered on their backs, unnerving and intent. She trailed behind them to the doorway. "What about Theo's two bodyguards? Where are they?" Both turned to look at Mabel.

Mabel said, "I saw Theo leave with the bodyguards. He always does."

Relieved, Kaelyn laughed harshly. "It looks like Elyse is still a target in the black market. Theo really fears losing her." Kaelyn was unaware of the envy in her voice.

"Let's get to the car quickly. We can't stay here!" Hyde urged as he helped Kaelyn into the vehicle and then motioned for Mabel to follow. Mabel got in as well.

Once they reached their base, Hyde immediately found a doctor to attend to Kaelyn. Mabel observed from a distance, reflecting on how Hyde, though peculiar and complex, would go to great lengths for a woman. Yet, she realized the woman he cared for was not her.

Once Hyde found a doctor to tend to Kaelyn's wounds, he relaxed as she drifted into a peaceful sleep. When he glanced at Mabel, he realized she had been watching him the whole time.

He felt his chest tighten. Forcing a smile, he pulled Mabel close into a gentle hug. "Now that Kaelyn is okay, I can finally take care of my girl," he said.

Mabel's smile barely touched her eyes. "You still remember me, huh? It seems like you've forgotten my existence and that you're more concerned about her."

Hyde shook his head slowly. "How could you say that? I only love you."

When Mabel's expression didn't soften, he continued, his voice low, "I was scared. Seeing her injuries, I thought she might not make it if I didn't stay focused." He gave a weak chuckle, trying to ease the tension. "Kaelyn is your friend. I couldn't just stand by and do nothing."