Chapter 6 I said pitifully, "Dad, please get a nurse for me. My IV got ripped out." In that moment, Leo was completely stunned. He couldn't believe his ears. "Dad? Mr. Thompson is your dad?" I shot back, "What? Do I need to report to you who my parents are? Besides, think about what my last name is." Right then, Leo and Sage's faces went deathly pale. Soon after, Dad came back with a nurse. Then he glared at them furiously. "Who are you two? Who said you could come in here? Security! Get over here and escort them to he police station!" eo quickly tried to explain. "Mr. Thompson, there's been a misunderstanding! I'm Maya's boyfriend! I came to visit her. Look, I even rought you gift!" eo held up the fruit basket he'd prepared earlier. ruthlessly exposed him. "Leo Stark, we already broke up. And about your savings account-now do you believe me? I wouldn't stoop > low as to steal your measly money." eo immediately started playing the victim. e came over all apologetic and explained, "Maya, I was wrong. I felt so guilty about yesterday that I rushed over to apologize to you rst thing." hen he said to Dad, "Mr. Thompson, Maya and I had a little spat recently, and I'm sorry for worrying you. This is all my fault." earing this bullshit made me absolutely sick. said coldly, "Dad, don't believe a word he says. Yesterday, he and Sage Campbell are the ones who beat me up like this." eo immediately explained, "Mr. Thompson, Maya is the girl I love most-how could I bear to hurt her? Yesterday's incident had othing to do with me." Then Sage heard this, she panicked and said angrily, "Leo Stark, what the hell do you mean? Weren't you the one who hit her first? ou're the one who encouraged me to slap her back, that's why I did it. Now that you're facing Mr. Thompson, you want to pin verything on me?" eo said calmly, "Sage, what are you talking about? I brought you here today to apologize to Maya. Besides, those scratch marks on Maya's neck would definitely have your DNA on them. If you deny it, Maya can get a forensic exam right now. In front of Mr. hompson, you better apologize to Maya immediately." You bastard!" Sage was so angry she was grinding her teeth. She stepped forward and slapped Leo hard across the face, yelling, "Leo tark, are you even a man? How can you throw me under the bus at a time like this? I was so blind!" Watching these two turn on each other like rabid dogs almost made me laugh out loud. Someone like Leo who only cares about profit would never let emotions get in the way. But neither of them was getting away with this. I'd already contacted the company's programmer to help me recover my phone. Now, everything on the phone had been successfully restored. ncluding the entire video of Leo and Sage assaulting me. showed the video directly to Dad and said, "Dad, I want the best lawyer. I don't want to let either of them off the hook." n that moment, Leo completely lost it. lis legs gave out and he collapsed to the floor. Maya," Leo grabbed my hand desperately and said, "I was wrong, Maya. Please forgive me just this once. I was fooled by Sage's fake inocent act, so I got confused and hurt you. I'm begging you, don't call the police. Let's start over!" age came over and pleaded with me. "Maya, we've been roommates for three whole years. You don't need to be so ruthless, do you? promise you, after graduation I'll leave this city and never appear in your life again!" In the English-dubbed series "Burning Between Us" by CrushReel, a life-changing encounter in Wesley Lowe's hotel room shook Alaya's world seven years ago. This unexpected meeting resulted in the birth of twins, but tragedy struck when her father took one child, leaving a void in her heart. As the story unfolds, themes of love, loss, and resilience intertwine with the complexities of family dynamics and the allure of the billionaire CEO world. Set in a modern mansion backdrop, this ongoing romance delves into the sweet yet tumultuous journey of navigating relationships amidst wealth and power struggles. What sets "Burning Between Us" apart is its poignant exploration of emotional depth within the glamorous facade of billionaire romance. Readers are drawn into a web of secrets, passion, and second chances as Alaya grapples with her past while facing an uncertain future. Dive into this captivating narrative that seamlessly blends modernity with classic romance tropes. Discover the allure of CrushReel's storytelling prowess as you immerse yourself in this gripping tale, available to read online at CrushReel for those seeking an escape into the world of love and intrigue.