"Then, Brother Max, please take care of yourself," Blake said softly. Lucy and Jordan nodded in agreement before quickly running after Peter, their figures disappearing into the distance.
Unexpectedly, just as they caught up, Peter's cold voice could be heard clearly. "Blake, from now on, the three of you should stay away from Max."
Blake immediately stopped in his tracks, spinning toward him with anger written on his face. "Why?" he demanded, his tone rising.
"Yes, it was Max who helped us just now!" Jordan added, confusion in his voice.
Lucy didn't say anything, but the look in his eyes carried the same question, silently demanding an explanation.
