Chapter 14 Suddenly , a toy ball rolled over to Declan's feet with a soft rumble . Kristin's face changed instantly . She shot a reproachful glance at the staff member beside her . It was obviously a child's toy . She had already warned them to keep the children in check and not let them run around . These nobles were all sticklers for rules , and none of them could afford to offend them . Not far away , a child in a wheelchair had failed to hold onto his toy properly , unintentionally letting the ball roll to Declan's feet . The man looked completely unapproachable , his face devoid of any expression . The child pursed his lips , on the verge of tears from fright . A staff member stepped forward to pick up the ball , but Declan was faster . He bent down and picked up the toy ball before anyone else could . As everyone was surprised by Declan's action , thinking he was suddenly showing kindness , they saw him beckon , signaling the little boy to come closer . The caregiver pushed the little boy over . Declan reached out and handed the toy ball back to him . The boy's eyes widened in surprise at the man's gesture . " Thank ... " you . The boy's voice was very soft , and before he could finish speaking , just as he was carefully reaching out to take the toy ball , Declan withdrew his hand and threw the ball out the window . He smiled . That smile sent chills down everyone's spine . Alfred couldn't help but inwardly Mr. Langley was truly the most terrifying one . His harshness was not reserved for a select few ; he attacked everyone indiscriminately , not even sparing children . The little boy couldn't hold back and burst into loud sobs . Kristin , afraid the crying would anger Declan , immediately told the caregiver to take him away . " Darla , wuaaah ! " The little boy sobbed so hard he could barely catch his breath . " That was ... it was a gift from Darla ! Why did he have to throw away my present ... " His crying was so loud and so heartbroken that it couldn't be stopped . The sound of crying drew Darlene over . She pushed open the classroom door and walked in . Declan flicked the ash from his cigarette . As he turned slightly , he saw her . His brows furrowed lightly , and his gaze was cold and condescending . Darlene saw him too , a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes . Declan was just like Lucian . To be precise , everyone in Lucian's circle was utterly devoid of empathy . Even if the world ended , they wouldn't do a single good deed . All these years , she had never seen Declan at the orphanage . Although she was surprised , Darlene had no intention of greeting him . She kept her head down , trying to make herself as inconspicuous as possible as she stood beside the caregiver . Together with Kristin , she soothed the little boy and then led him into the classroom . Declan exhaled a thin stream of smoke , his face half - hidden in the hazy mist . His expression was cold , but his piercing eyes were fixed on the young woman " Does she come here often ? " He stubbed out his cigarette and flicked the butt away carelessly , as if scoffing in disdain Kristin was momentarily stunned , but quickly responded , " Mr Langley , do you mean Ms. Norwood ? Yes , Ms. Norwood is a regular at the orphanage . She comes to spend time with the children during every holiday . She remembers every child's birthday , and all the kids are especially fond of her * Oh Declan curled his lips " She really does seem kind , then StarShort Shop Now O < Chapter 14 Menu Kristin couldn't guess what the man was thinking , nor did she dare to . Although she was puzzled by Declan's question - Darlene seemed to have nothing to do with him , and the two of them shouldn't even know each other - she kept her thoughts to herself . She glanced at the time , estimating that Ophelia would arrive soon , so she excused herself to Declan and hurried downstairs to greet her . " Mr. Langley ... " Alfred braced himself and stepped forward , quietly reminding him , " Your father instructed that you must get along well with Ms. Hilton today . "