William covered her eyes while spraying the medicine haphazardly. He'd initially pulled her close for treatment when he noticed her swollen cheek, suddenly remembering he had hit a woman.

However, the warmth in his palm reminded him of one thing—the troublesome Sophia was crying again. He quickly stopped spraying and withdrew his hand, pushing the woman out of his lap.

Caught off guard by the push, Sophia lost her balance and fell straight to her knees. ...