Mason was baffled. "What, does he have nine lives or something? That chemical plant was completely destroyed - how did he survive? Let alone manage to take Sophia?"

"You tell me." Derek's voice was eerily calm, his face expressionless.

This treatment was worse than if Derek had just kicked or yelled at Mason.

Derek's attitude made Mason feel overwhelmed with guilt.

"I admit I was careless."

"Is this the time for apologies?"

Derek returned to his room, ...