Chapter 157: Backup I


    Sylvia''s POV:


    I finally rxed when Lena exined everything to me in detail.I epted the truth and didn''t want to


    face Lena anymore.


    "Let''s go back."


    I tugged at the corner of Rufus''s shirt and whispered to hirn.


    Rufus held my hand and led me to the door.


    Then, he ordered his men to keep a close watch on Lena before ushering me out.I was excited toe


    here.


    But now, I felt depressed and heartbroken.I leaned against the car window and watched the scenery


    sh past me.


    Rufus reached out and touched my face.


    "Are you feeling stuffy?"


    I nodded and said in a nasal voice, "Yes.I wish I could jump into a big icy river and swim to my heart''s


    content."


    Rufus didn''t say anything.He rolled down the window beside the driver''s seat.The rush of cold wind


    instantly awakened me.Then, he stopped the car, and I turned around to look at him in confusion.


    "Wait for me in the car," he said, rubbing my head soothingly.


    With that, Rufus strode away and quickly disappeared from my sight.


    He finally returned when I felt drowsy and was about to fall asleep.


    "Where have you been?" I asked softly.


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    Rufus took my hand and ced a small box on it.


    Under the transparent cover was a soft white cream cake with fresh blueberries on it.


    All traces of sleep disappeared in an instant.


    I happily removed the cover and smiled gratefully.


    "Is there a cake shop nearby?"


    Rufus tore the package with a fork, opened the box, and gave it to me.


    "Taste this.It''s ice cream vor."


    I cut a slice of the cake with the fork and took a bite.


    The soft fluffy cake coated with ice cream and whipped cream made me moan with appreciation.


    The sweetness exploded in my mouth, lifting my mood in an instant.


    I closed my eyes and licked my lips contentedly.I felt a lot better now.


    When I looked up, I saw Rufus looking at me with a big smile on his face.


    Feeling embarrassed, I scooped a spoonful of cake and gave it to him.Rufus shook his head.


    "You eat."


    Then, he reached out and wiped the cream on my lips gently, and smiled at me.A blush med my


    cheeks when I looked at him.He was sweeter than cake, which made my heart stutter.Rufus watched


    me finish the cake and then started the car.


    I yed with the buttons on my clothes and cast a sidelong nce at Rufus.


    His lips were pursed in concentration as he drove the car.


    After a moment''s hesitation, I decided to tell what I was thinking.


    "I want to go back and look for the evidence myself.I have been in the pack for many years.No one


    knows that ce better than I do." Rufus frowned.


    "No.The elite team''s selection will be held during the military parade.If you return to your pack, you will


    miss the opportunity.After all, that''s your dream.Are you going to give it up?"


    "I don''t want to give up, but..."


    I wanted to say something but stopped on second thought.I was in a dilemma.I had to choose between


    my past and the future.However, both were important to me.I didn''t know which to prioritize.


    "Don''t worry.Leave it to me, okay?"


    Rufus reached out one hand and squeezed my palm reassuringly.


    "I will arrange my men to find the evidence.Don''t worry.I will always be there for you and support


    you.Trust me."


    My cheeks grew hot, so I withdrew my hand shyly.


    "Focus on driving now.Do what you think is right.I trust your decision."


    Rufus seemed pleased with my answer.


    He let go of my hand and concentrated on driving the car.


    Just then, his brows narrowed.


    He nced at the rearview mirror and said, "Sit tight.Time to speed up."


    I also looked at the rearview mirror and saw a ck car following us.