He knew he shouldn't doubt his precious daughter, but seeing Claire Sinclair look so resolute made him feel a little uneasy.
Claire Sinclair said, her expression unflinching, "I said I can prove my innocence. Governor Lockwood, please consider this carefully—will you give me five minutes before you make the arrest?"
Bernard Lockwood instinctively bristled, shouting angrily, "Stop trying to talk your way out of this! If you have any evidence, you can present it in court. Take her away!"
The words had barely left his mouth when a deep voice suddenly cut in, "I'd like to see who dares take her."
Everyone started, looking toward the door in astonishment.
'Oh my god, what is Adrian Quincy doing here?!'
It wasn't just Bernard Lockwood; Claire Sinclair was also stunned.
'Didn't he go to work? Why would he show up here?'
Adrian Quincy walked in alone, his powerful and imposing figure like that of a monarch surveying his domain. He exuded an intimidating, kingly aura.
