Casey's hands were large and warm, bringing a comforting warmth to Izabella's cold hands.
Casey was a star in the entertainment industry, not just for his good looks, but also for his voice and personality.
It's said that while good looks can be replicated, but a unique personality can't And Casey had both.
He was a bit quirky, known for doing silly things, being clueless about emotions, and for being a bit too self-absorbed. His face was an open book, all his emotions on display. And despite his narcissism, he would blush whenever he was around someone he liked.
He was gentle with Izabella, eager to get close but afraid to scare her.
Whenever Izabella faced difficulties, he would stand firmly by her side, even if she didn't notice him.
Casey's feelings for Izabella were obvious, but he was careful when he was around her.
As Izabella watched him, his voice gently reached her ears, soothing her inner turmoil like a gentle breeze.
“Don't bear all the burdens alone. I can handle what you hate and despise. Don't hurt yourself for those jerks. It's not worth it,” Casey said.
But Izabella was reminded of similar words spoken by someone else.
"Bella, anything you're scared of, I can help you eliminate them, people included."
Looking at Casey's familiar face, Izabella croaked out, "Ryker Dempsey."
"Hm?" Casey thought she was calling his name.
Snapping back to reality, Izabella asked, "Am I just supposed to do nothing and watch them live happily?"
"They won't," Casey firmly held her hand.
Izabella shook her head, "Thanks for your help, but there are things I must do myself." Otherwise, what was the point of her reincarnation? She didn't want to rely on others.
Casey worried she might do something foolish.
Killing might provide instant gratification, but it would also bring about legal consequences. Casey was right, it wasn't worth hurting herself over those jerks. So, she decided to have someone else do the killing for her.
Ariana had once said in a video, "Anyway, it's not illegal to abuse a cat."
So, if she was hunted down and killed by netizens, what did that have to do with Izabella?
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