Duncan and Ethan completely disregarded Leo, with only Lily giving him a fierce glare.

I observed that Leo was clearly still reeling from the courtroom's blow. Escorted by the police, he maintained a dignified demeanor and said to them, "You'd better treat me with respect. I'll be out on bail soon."

His gaze swept over us, a sneer playing at the corners of his mouth as he tried to regain some ground with his words, speaking sarcastically. "Hailey, you calculating and heartless ...