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He loomed above me, his face devoid of emotion, staring down as if I were insignificant. "Ian, I've returned from my time overseas, and you're still interfering between Nora and me. Let's see how you'll stop me this time."

Sweat coated my face from the agony I felt. I peered at Julian through the spaces between my fingers. "You despicable man, luring my wife away, harming my child, and now attempting to end my life. Even in death, I'll torment you eternally!"

Julian gradually lifted the blade, his eyes filled with madness. "Then perish."

I couldn't allow him to plunge the knife into me. I mustered all my power to grasp his arm, but my hand caught the sharp edge instead, slicing my flesh open. At that moment, the room's entrance flew open.

Hearing the noise, Julian swiftly cut his own arm.