Madeline saw Ryan's eyes gleaming cunningly.

She did not wish to look at him any longer and coldly turned away.

"You don't have to be afraid of me. I won't harm you, but I'll never let you return to Jeremy," Ryan said scornfully with his eyes looking as sharp as a hawk's.

"I’m guessing that right now, you must long to spend more time with your parents. I have things to attend to, so you'll stay here." Ryan twirled Madeline’s long hair with his fingers as he leaned nearer to her flirtatiously.