Chapter 1553:

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Logic told her that ending the relationship was the right decision. However, Caitlin harbored doubts. Clayton had sworn to break off his engagement to Beth, but Linsey’s recent insinuations had planted the seed of doubt. Clayton had never specified a date for breaking up with Beth, offering only vague promises.

Caitlin understood that the longer a relationship lasted, the harder it was to break it off. The idea of being stuck in the role of lifelong lover was something she refused to accept. Still, her deep and unwavering affection for Clayton prevented her from considering leaving him.

Caitlin couldn’t imagine a life without Clayton, nor did she want to try. For the first time in her life, she had fallen so deeply in love with someone that the feeling consumed her completely.

Caitlin’s commitment to Clayton was meant to last a lifetime.

In the midst of her drunkenness, her thoughts began to spin out of control when a group of strangers approached her. One of them, in a lewd tone, interrupted her solitude. “Hey, beautiful. Why are you here all alone? Come hang out with us.”

Caitlin shuddered at his words and replied sharply, “No, I’m not interested. Please go away.”

She hoped her flat refusal would deter him. However, he showed no sign of backing down. Ignoring her protests, he brazenly grabbed her by the wrist. “It’s not your decision whether you come with me or not. This isn’t a request. Do you understand?“

As Caitlin processed these words, she looked up and noticed not only the sleazy-looking man, but also his companions, all of them glaring at her. Despair washed over her as she tried to regain her composure, her voice trembling. ”What do you want? Listen, I won’t hesitate to call the police. You may be in a foreign country, but you’re not above the law.“

In response to Caitlin’s threat, one of the men casually put his arm around her shoulders and said mockingly, ”Sure, call the police. Let’s see if they show up. Just so you know, you’ve offended someone you shouldn’t have.”

“Offended someone?” Caitlin asked, frowning in confusion.

The group didn’t respond. Instead, they began pushing her toward the exit.

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Caitlin realized she had to resist being taken away, fearing the possible consequences. However, her resistance was weak, as drunkenness and recent emotional exhaustion had left her drained of strength.

Caitlin was completely exhausted, like a lamb being led to the slaughter, waiting for her fate. However, intense fear momentarily cleared her confused mind. Her voice trembled as she began to plead. “I really don’t know what I did wrong. How about this? I’ll give you money. Tell me how much you want! We can work something out.”

The leader of the group replied mockingly, “I already told you, you hurt someone you shouldn’t have. And you’ll never be able to pay the price she’s asking. I advise you to cooperate. If you do, we may be lenient with you.”

Hearing his words, Caitlin instantly understood the situation and her body trembled with fear.

As she was being escorted to the exit, Caitlin passed by the table where Kallie and Linsey were sitting. She seized the opportunity and shouted with all her might, “Help me! Help me, please! I beg you!” It was Caitlin’s last desperate plea.

The leader did not expect Caitlin’s sudden outburst. His face hardened and he covered her mouth tightly with his hand. He squeezed so hard that she felt she couldn’t breathe.

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