Seeing his defiance, Lily's temper flared even hotter. "Still not moving? Fine, let's try this again!"
Smack!
The second slap landed on the opposite cheek, leaving another vivid red mark. Yet, Mr. Waters still refused to yield.
"Are you deaf?" Lily growled. "I said move!"
Despite the pain and humiliation, Mr. Waters remained silent, his resolve unshaken.
Just as Lily raised her hand for another strike, a deep, icy voice rang out. "Enough!"
The sound stopped Lily in her tracks. She turned to see Alex descending the stairs, his expression as cold as a storm and clear irritation in his eyes.
In truth, Alex had started making his way downstairs after the first slap. However, the moment he saw Lily strike Mr. Waters a second time, his gaze slapped, and his anger became palpable.
