Burn Me Once Burn With Me (Ruby Grayson) novel Chapter 654

Ruby was seething with anger, but she knew Grandma's suggestion was the most rational move. Swallowing her fury, she gently guided Garrison to the leather sofa in the study.

The family physician arrived shortly after. After a quick examination, he confirmed it was just friction; the glaring red marks were mostly due to Garrison's sensitive skin reacting to the rough contact.

Ruby finally let out a breath of relief, though her face remained frozen in an icy glare. A suffocating, unapproachable aura radiated from her, freezing out anyone who dared come near.

Sensing the heavy, oppressive atmosphere, Mira blinked her large eyes and burst into loud wails. "Ah! Mama!"

She cried, refusing to stay in Grandma's arms any longer. She reached out her tiny hands, desperately lunging toward Ruby.

Ruby's rigid posture instantly softened. She reached out and pulled Mira back into her warm embrace.

Nestled against her mother's chest, Mira's crying miraculously stopped.

Grandma watched the scene in silent awe, her affection for the little girl growing even deeper.

She had raised Cassian, and she knew for a fact he hadn't been nearly this clever or intuitive at this age.

The more Grandma looked at Mira, the more she felt she had discovered a precious treasure. She couldn't tear her eyes—or her heart—away.

Adjusting her expression, Grandma offered a gentle, apologetic smile. "Ruby, it seems Mr. Caldwell will be alright. Still, Cassian was entirely in the wrong here. Please allow this old woman to apologize on his behalf."

Ruby held Mira, her hand rhythmically patting the baby's back to soothe her.

Even though the crying had stopped, she knew the sudden burst of violence had deeply frightened her daughter.

"I expect a direct explanation from Mr. Veyne to my friend."

Ruby's face was completely deadpan. This time, she wasn't even giving Grandma a pass.

The two ex-lovers finally locked eyes—one utterly indifferent, the other practically shattered.

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