Bertha watched with growing concern as Laura's and Aria's behavior became more and more reckless. Did they forget how Silvia always ended up in the hospital after crossing paths with Victor?
"Sir Egerton," Bertha said, her voice low and urgent, "I urge you find another berth to spend the rest of the trip in."
Victor's expression changed, and Elera could feel him tense up. "Were you speaking to me?" he asked, his voice low and dangerous. He looked up at the nerdy goody two shoes, not expecting her to stand up to him.
Bertha stood her ground, unfazed by his hostility, "Y…mmpf!"
Bing Shi covered Bertha's mouth with her left palm while counting her fingers on her right hand. One. Two…Three….Four. There were exactly four pretty young girls, who could all be considered Victor's type. Their allure was not just a product of their fearlessness and pride, but also their unshakable self-worth.
