Ch. 1951..1960

Chapter 1951

Layla added, "When I sneaked into here, I surveyed the situation and found out that the number of armed guards is increasing silently.It's pretty obvious that this banquet is just a huge trap.I reckon that the vice president is currently negotiating with Danrique, and if Danrique doesn't agree with his conditions, he will kill him,"

After Francesca heard that, her expression darkened instantly.

At the same time, complicated emotions swarmed within her.

"Or should we stay for the time being?" Layla asked tentatively.

"Yes, I think we should stay.He saved my life, so I can't possibly abandon him at times like this" replied Francesca immediately.

“l knew it."

Layla smiled wryly and shook her head.

"If this happened before, I would be glad to know that you've had a clear grasp on your feelings.But now, I would like to advise you to be extra careful.”

"Why?"

Francesca looked at Layla in confusion.

"Initially, the sole problem that you and Danrique shared was relationship issues, but now that political battles are involved, things would get super complicated.Have you thought of the consequences?"

Layla frowned as she stared intently at Francesca.

Hearing what Layla had said, Francesca’s expression turned solemn.She knew the meaning behind Layla's words.

If she were from a distinguished family, she would have strong backing to support her.

That way, at least, she wouldn't end up too miserably.

On the other hand, if she were an ordinary woman who didn't have anything to worry about, the worst that could happen to her was that her safety would be affected.She could still escape with Layla's help.

However, unfortunately, she didn't have a distinguished family background, nor was she an ordinary woman.She was given the title "miracle doctor" and was at the same time the owner of more than a hundred orphanages.

If people in the political world knew about her true situation, her master and all the orphanages would be affected.

The battle between political rights was usually unscrupulous, and it was never something that ordinary people like them could afford to get involved with.

"Maybe Danrique thinks he's capable enough to protect you, so he brought you here with him without qualms.But what about the people who are related to you? If things are exposed, would he really be able to protect them, too? Even if he did his best to protect them, there would still be times when he's unable to do so.I know about the feelings you have for him, but I have to remind you before it's too late.Please be extra cautious,” advised Layla earnestly.

As Francesca listened to Layla's advice, the light in her eyes gradually dimmed and was replaced by frustration and hesitation.

Absentmindedly, she mumbled to herself, "Actually, I won't be able to help him much even if I stay.Maybe he's already prepared for this to happen.If I leave, I won't cause him too much trouble.” Subsequently, she made up her mind.

"Let's go!"

"Are you sure?" questioned Layla softly.

"Yes, I'm sure.l have to grasp this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and get as far away from trouble as possible.”

Francesca nodded fervently.

"All right.I'll make the arrangements.Make sure your phone is on and keep in touch," reminded Layla.

"Phone? Do you have a phone with you?"

Francesca remembered that all her communication equipment had been destroyed.

"I got myself one just now."

Layla took a refurbished mobile phone out of her pocket and showed it to Francesca.

"Wait for my signal.”

As a former secret agent, it was a walk in the park for her to get her hands on a refurbished mobile phone.

"Okay,"

Francesca watched as Layla exited the room before walking toward the window to look outside, keeping an eye on what was going on.

An ambulance came pulling up from a distance away.It looks like Ms.

Layla is right.l must hurry up and dress up as a paramedic, so I can hop into the ambulance, But Heidi and Samantha are standing guard outside.l can't leave this place...

Just then, a voice came from outside.

"We're here to send Ms.Cece some medicine”

Right after that, the door opened, and Layla, who was disguised as a paramedic, came walking in with Kerrie behind her.

Francesca and Layla exchanged looks, and the former quickly understood the latter's plans.

Chapter 1952

After closing the door, Layla drugged Kerrie at once.

The focus in Kerrie's eyes faded away as she began removing her clothes.

Without hesitation, Francesca changed into Kerrie's outfit and allowed Layla to dress her up as Kerrie.

Then, Layla helped Kerrie put on Francesca's gown and left her sleeping on the sofa before the two of them exited the room.

"Would people notice?”

Francesca was worried.

Layla urged, "We don't have time to think about that now.The ambulance is already here. Hurry up.By the time they found out about Kerrie, we'd already left the presidential palace with the ambulance.”

"Okay then."

Francesca said nothing else and followed Layla out of the room.

At that time, Heidi and Samantha were still guarding the door.

They didn't suspect anything when Layla and "Kerrie" came walking out.

Samantha even turned to make sure "Francesca" was still lying on the couch lazily like she always did. However, due to the angle, all she could see were her legs and the hem of her gown. Francesca trailed behind Layla in a calm demeanor.

After all, that was not the first time she had done something like that.Besides, Layla's disguising skills were perfect.

Though they didn't have much time to touch up on the details, it was still enough to deceive the eyes of the average person.

The duo reached the corner of the long corridor and was about to head out from another corridor when suddenly, Hazel and the others came walking toward them.

Panicking, Francesca instinctively lowered her head.

Layla, on the other hand, remained calm as she led Francesca past them.

All of a sudden, Hazel called out to them, "Wait"

The two of them could only stop in their tracks.

Maintaining her composure, Layla lifted her head and smiled at Hazel.

"Can I help you, Ms. Atkinson?"

"Who is she?"

Hazel stared at Francesca, who was disguised as Kerrie.

"She's Kerrie, the nurse of the Lindberg family.She was just transferred back here from M Nation; introduced Layla, sounding as normal as possible.

"A nurse? Can she speak Erihalean?"

Hazel fixed her eyes on Francesca.

"No.Ms.Cece can't speak Erihalean, too.That's why we transferred Kerrie back to look after her’ Layla explained.

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Hazel gave Francesca one last stare before looking away and saying politely, "Don’t mind me, I'm just curious.Please, carry on”

"Well then, please excuse us.”

Layla bowed courteously and left with Francesca.

Though Francesca didn't say a word throughout the whole exchange, she looked quite composed. However, she still sensed that Hazel seemed to have noticed something.

"Don’t worry.She's dying to see you leave Even if she notices something, she won't say anything,” whispered Layla.

Francesca pondered about it and agreed with Layla

Indeed, her departure was great news to Hazel, so the latter would never expose her.

Meanwhile, Hazel approached the lounge and saw Heidi knocking on the door from a distance away.

"Ms.Cece? Is everything all right in there? Ms.Cece?"

What answered her was complete silence.

Both Heidi and Samantha exchanged a glance and were about to push the door open when Hazel called out, "What are you doing?"

"Ms.Atkinson, Ms.Cece has been in there for a long time, and there isn't any noise.We're worried, so we wanted to go in and have a look’ Heidi explained.

Hazel grinned.

"She's probably asleep.She's always sleepy, isn't she? I was thinking of checking on her too, but now it seems we should just let her rest.Don't disturb her.”

Upon finishing her sentence, she asked two of her subordinates to stay behind and ordered them, "I'm going to the main hall to find Mr.Adams and Mr.Lindberg.The two of you stay here, and if there's anything, notify me."

"Yes, Ms.Atkinson."

Before leaving in a hurry, Hazel nodded at Heidi and Samantha as a sign of goodbye.

The two bodyguards had no choice but to wait outside since Hazel had said so.

In the meantime, Francesca and Layla finally reached the back hall and were about to leave when Francesca caught a glimpse of Danrique through a window by accident.

He was sitting elegantly on the sofa with his side profile facing the window as he listened to what Frank was saying.

His body language showed an obvious sign of annoyance, and there was concealed anger within his eyes.

 

Chapter 1953

Even from afar, Francesca could feel that his patience was running thin, and he was close to exploding with anger.

For some reason, she felt an urge to go over to his side and help him.

At that very moment, Danrique seemed to have sensed something and turned to look in Francesca's direction.

The woman turned away reflexively to avoid meeting his eyes.

"Let's go!"

Layla dragged her toward the parking lot.

Along the way, Francesca could feel that something was off.A short distance away, an array of soldiers were dispatched to block every single exit and entrance surreptitiously.

There were also some bodyguards who were dressed in plain outfits entering the castle and approaching the conference room that Danrique was in.

"Wait.What is going on?"

Francesca stopped in her tracks and asked anxiously, "Is Mr.Adams trying to threaten Danrique?” "Probably.Judging by the current situation, I'm afraid Danrique won't be able to leave this place if he doesn't agree to Mr.Adams’ conditions.We have to leave right away to avoid getting into trouble" Layla answered in a hushed voice.

"But."

Knowing what Francesca was thinking, Layla dismissed her idea.

"Francesca, listen to me.You're not a savior.You're too powerless to change anything.”

Francesca lowered her eyes and knew what Layla said made sense.She's right. We're not in the jungle.l can't do anything...

Layla patted Francesca's shoulder.

"He'll be fine.Profit is always the aim of power struggles.All the resources of Lindberg Corporation are now under Danrique’s control.No one would dare to touch him.I suppose they're just threatening him to sign some kind of contract.”

"But Danrique’s temper won't allow him to give in.He'll confront Mr.Adams and fight with him head- on.The battle is unavoidable.”

Francesca seemed to have predicted what would happen afterward.

Layla reminded in a serious manner, "So what if he does? It's none of your business.If you stay, you would have to face such incidents at any time in the future.You would have to live a terrifying life where you're always on tenterhooks.Would you be able to accept that?"

Once again, Francesca fell silent.

"That's enough.Stop thinking about it.Let's go.”

Layla dragged Francesca away, and the two of them went to the parking lot.

At that moment, a group of people was surrounding the wealthy woman who had an asthma attack. One of the noblemen questioned in irritation, "Where's the doctor? How can the doctor not be around when something as serious as this had happened?”

"We have no idea either.He went in with us just now, but he was gone when we came back out.” "This is outrageous! How is the hospital still operating?”

“Um..."

"Excuse me! Please make way! The doctor is here."

Layla immediately squeezed into the crowd with Francesca in tow.

Right away, the aristocrats made way for them to pass.

Francesca performed emergency treatment on the woman without delay while the medical staff watched in total befuddlement.

This isn't our doctor.

However, they knew they were at the presidential palace, and everyone around held prominent status.

Even a mere subordinate might have an important identity.

Assuming that Francesca was the family doctor of some wealthy family, they didn't stop her from doing her job.

The woman's condition stabilized soon after Francesca treated her.

At this point, everyone around acknowledged her skills and stopped doubting her.

"The patient has consumed something she's allergic to and thus triggered an asthma attack.Her condition is only temporarily stable, and she needs to be sent to the hospital right now! Hurry and carry her onto the ambulance,” urged Francesca.

"Okay."

The medical staff lifted the stretcher and moved the woman onto the ambulance while Francesca and Layla took the opportunity and followed suit.

The ambulance slowly departed, and Francesca looked out the window with complicated emotions surging within her. Am I really leaving? That's what I've always dreamed of, but now that ! really am leaving, I feel reluctant.l can't stop thinking of Danrique.

 

Chapter 1954

In the conference room of the castle, Danrique looked out the window for a long time before retracting his gaze.He had noticed a familiar figure.

She eventually wants to leave.

Even though I have risked everything to be with her, she still chooses to abandon me.

Danrique heard that one could not force another person to feel love for the other party but didn't understand that back then.

However, he comprehended its meaning now.

No matter what I do, it would be futile since she doesn't love me.Her heart would not get wavered, nor would she be moved.

This woman could even walk out on me like that.She neither cares about my feeling nor the consequences.

As these thoughts went through his mind, a trace of anger bubbled up in Danrique’s heart.His hand that was holding the cup started trembling.

"You better think it through, Danrique.After all, there's a limit to your power.If you let me be a shareholder in Lindberg Corporation, I can provide you with tremendous resources while we work in unity in the future.lt would be such a beneficial deal to you..."

Frank tried to convince him earnestly.

"Beneficial?"

Danrique had remained silent while watching the man put on an act with the other three great families before having to hear him beat around the bush.He couldn't tolerate it any longer now. "Do you mean it would be beneficial to you instead?"

Danrique’s voice sounded as if it had gotten soaked in an icy abyss.

Following that, the surrounding air temperature dropped.

Everyone wanted to hold their breath and watch the situation unfold cautiously.

The smile on Frank's face stiffened.

Nevertheless, the man quickly reverted to his tranquil state.He grinned while looking at Danrique. "What do you mean by this..."

"Lindberg Corporation is operating just fine.We don't lack finances and resources.Also, we do not need new shareholders.So what right do you have to get a share of the company?"

Danrique didn't want to waste more time talking to the man and even forsook his basic manners.A ball of rage was burning in his heart, waning out his patience.

"Danrique, how could you speak to Mr.Adams like that?"

Gerard hurriedly stopped him.

"Even though Lindberg Corporation doesnt lack anything, having Mr.Adams join us would help bring in more resources.”

"That's right..."

"How so?"

Danrique directly snapped.

"I have all the resources that he has.So why must there be another person taking part in the share allocation? Relying solely on the title of a vice president to invest but lacking the financial resources to do so? Isn't that robbery?"

"Danrique, you've gone too far!"

Gloominess shadowed Frank's face, and his eyes no longer showed traces of warmth.Harrier let out a dry cough while drinking alcohol without saying a word.The anxious Gerard was the first one to speak.

"Danrique, your words are truly too outrageous.”

"l agree..."

Kevin also chimed in.

"Fine."

Danrique raised his brows and chuckled coldly.

"Then why don't the three of you divide your shares with him?"

“Um...

Kevin's and Gerard's expressions fluctuated upon hearing that.

"I'm not involved in this"

Harrier hurriedly spoke up.

After that, he glanced at Frank, whose face flushed with anger.

Hence, he immediately added, "I'm a minor shareholder who doesn't qualify to make any decisions.Danrique, you are the major shareholder, so I'll listen to you.However, I wouldn't object to Mr.Adams joining us too.Isn't it a blessing to earn money together?”

Danrique glanced at Harrier.

This fellow is pretty clever for trying not to offend either side.

On the other hand, it was apparent that Kevin and Gerard were on Frank's side.

"I'll concede since you refuse, “ Frank replied with a sneer.

"However, I'd received reports stating you violated the law in M Nation.Not only are people complaining to me, but they also reported this to the relevant departments.I have to give them an explanation concerning this matter.Therefore, please go with the people from the military to undergo an investigation”

Frank had put the excuse across in a justified manner as if it was the truth.

In reality, it was a threat in disguise.

Kevin and Gerard stared sheepishly at Danrique.

An apprehensive look appeared on their face as the two men felt extremely uneasy deep down On the contrary, Harrier seemed relatively calm.He only observed the situation in silence. Danrique smiled mockingly.He sat on the sofa and gave Frank a chilly look.

"Mr.Adams, you are using your position to get even!"

 

Chapter 1955

"I'm just doing what I am supposed to do!" Frank defended himself confidently.

"Pastor had listed out pieces of evidence of your crime and submitted them to the Ministry of Law, the military, and seven other relevant departments.He even handed a copy to Mr.President.I was also very helpless regarding this matter.Nevertheless, I got to handle it impartially.Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to explain it to them.Of course, if you would only be more open-minded and let me become one of the shareholders of Lindberg Corporation, I'll regard your case as a family matter and personally handle it for you.If not, you have no choice but to cooperate with the investigation!" Frank's speech sounded so shameless that even Harrier couldn't help but purse his lips before revealing a sarcastic smile.

Sean became outraged.He clenched his fist so tightly that it let out a cracking noise.

Danrique said nothing.He only narrowed his eyes and stared daggers at Frank.

"How is it? Do you want to reconsider?”

Frank didn't want to burn all bridges with Danrique and even intended to give the man another chance.

Despite that, Danrique didn't appreciate his gestures at all. He straightforwardly said, "The one who should reconsider is you.If you insist on doing things your way, I'm afraid you'll wallow in regret!" "Haha..."

Frank laughed in ridicule and immediately clapped his hands.

After that, dozens of soldiers armed with weapons came in from outside.

The officer leading the troop walked directly to Danrique and said politely, "Mr.Lindberg, please come with me!"

"Very well."

Danrique narrowed his eyes in a sinister way while glaring at Frank coldly.

At the same time, the ambulance Francesca was in was about to drive out of the presidential palaces main entrance.

The woman locked out of the window and spotted several military vehicles approaching the residence from not far away.

Francesca had an ill sense of foreboding.She could not figure out why Frank had dispatched so many subordinates

"My Lord, you had guessed correctly.Mr.Adams wanted to deal with Mr.Lindberg.I'm afraid something bad might have happened to him..."

The aristocrat's subordinate suddenly spoke in Erihalean.

Although Francesca could only understand a little, she managed to grasp the meaning behind those words.

The aristocrat gave his subordinate a stern look.

The latter quickly shut his mouth, not daring to say more.

While their vehicle was still heading out, a series of loud explosions abruptly sounded from within the castle.

Francesca, who jumped in alarm, hurriedly turned her head around to look.

The commotion came from the direction of the banquet hall.

"My goodness.."

The subordinate got scared senseless and continued speaking in Erihalean.

"Does Mr.Adams intend to kill people? Since his scheme to seize the family property failed, he wanted to take people's lives.How brutal.”

"It's hard to tell..."

The aristocrat spoke in a low voice.

"They received reports stating Mr.Lindberg planned to travel to H City in Zarain, possibly to join hands with the Nacht family.”

Once the Lindberg family and the Nacht family collaborated, the other three great families would get cast aside.

The ambitious Frank also regarded this as a fatal threat.

Therefore, it was possible for him to strike first.

Francesca couldn't understand the conversation and whispered to Layla, "What are they saying?" Layla's countenance became slightly grave.

She hesitated for a moment before translating it to her in Chanaean.

After that, she added, "It turns out that Mr.Adams thought Danrique went to H City to join forces with the Nacht family to deal with them.That was why he rushed to take action tonight...”

"It was all because of me"

Francesca's mind was in shambles.

"Actually, Danrique wanted to bring me there to receive treatment.He didn't plan to look for the Nacht family at all”

"What a twist of events.”

Layla felt a wave of guilt wash over her as well.

"Hey, what are you talking about?"

The subordinate could not understand Chanaean.

"It's nothing-"

"Stop the car”

Before Layla could finish her sentence, Francesca yelled in Ustranasion again, "Hurry up and stop the car"

"Francesca, what are you doing?"

Layla quickly tried to dissuade her.

"It wasn't easy for us to get out.You're only seeking death if you turn back now..."

"He's in trouble because of me.I mustn't leave him in the lurch!"

Francesca was absolutely firm this time.

"I would regret it for life if anything bad happens to him!"

"However..."

"Layla, you should leave first.You don't have to follow me anymore.” With that said, Francesca immediately opened the car door and jumped out of the vehicle.

 

Chapter 1956

"Francesca, Francesca..."

Layla called out, leaning against the window.However, Francesca ran away without looking back. In the car, the nobleman and his subordinate were dumbfounded.

Looking at how agile Francesca was, they finally realized that she was not just an ordinary doctor. Francesca leaped down from the car and climbed up to a military vehicle in a nimble manner and followed it back to the castle.

Meanwhile, a fierce fight had begun in the castle.

Frank was well aware of Danrique's aloof and arrogant temperament, but he did not expect the latter to be so hard to deal with.

Not only that Danrique had fallen out with him on the spot, but he even brought his men to fight against those from the military.

Besides, Danrique had even blown up his banquet hall.

Frank felt greatly humiliated by that.

Initially, Frank had warned Danrique by bringing up the matter involving Hazel, trying to pressure him.Yet, Danrique had remained unfazed and even brought his fiancée to the banquet.

Frank had tried to oppress Danrique with his power in an attempt to assert dominance and make the latter give in.However, he had not expected Danrique to fight back.Now, everyone who was present at the banquet would know how the vice president had set up a trap to repress Danrique on purpose, forcing the latter to retaliate.

The consequences would be dire if the news reached the public.Frank immediately told his subordinates to keep the guests calm.

At the same time, he brought some men along to go after Danrique personally.

Hazel heard about the commotion and rushed over to inquire, "Mr.Adams, what's wrong? How did everything turn out like this?"

"Danrique is too arrogant! He didn't even take me seriously at all.l must teach him a good lesson today!"

Frank exclaimed furiously.

"Don't do this..."

Hazel persuaded anxiously.

"l was the cause of this matter.Let me talk to him."

Hazel still thought Frank and Danrique had fallen out with each other because of her.

In fact, Frank had not mentioned anything about her.If Danrique did not care about Hazel, it was pointless to take Hazel as the pawn.

"Get out of my way!"

Frank paid no heed to Hazel and stormed out with his men.

"Mr.Adams-"

Hazel wanted to go forward and stop him, but Gerard grabbed her and said, "Don't get yourself involved.Since the situation has become like this, there's nothing you can do to turn things around” "I caused this to happen.How can I just do nothing?"

Hazel struggled, trying to walk out.

Gerard could not be bothered to explain further and instructed his subordinates to take Hazel away. Kevin came forward and asked in trepidation, "I bet it's not going to be easy to put an end to such a big ruckus.”

"I really didn't expect Danrique to be this stubborn! I was thinking if Mr.Adams’ move could force Danrique to back down. certainly didn't expect...”

Gerard was flustered, too.

"You two have gone too far this round.”

Harrier scoffed, "No matter who's the winner, none of you will benefit from this.Besides, you've made the wrong bet.Frank is no match for Mr.Lindberg!"

"What?"

Gerard was baffled.

"Did you get something wrong here? This is the vice president's turf, and there are so many soldiers out there.Frank will definitely take Danrique down.It's just that he might have trouble dealing with the public's comments!"

"Exactly!"

Kevin concurred as he always did.

"Just wait and see!"

After leaving behind those words, Harrier headed out to watch the fight.

"What did he mean?" Gerard asked anxiously.

"He was just exaggerating the matter to scare everyoneJust ignore him.”

Kevin was unbothered.

"But this guy is too much.Isn't he supposed to take our side?"

"I think he's a cunning person.He's trying not to offend either side, and he will side with anyone who takes the upper hand,”

Gerard stated apathetically.

"Once Mr.Adams is done dealing with Danrique, we will take him down.By that time, there will be one less person to split the shares of Lindberg Corporation!”

"Okay!"

 

Chapter 1957

The two hid behind the hall, and at the same time, there was a fierce fight happening outside.Frank was fuming with rage.I've dispatched so many of them from the military here, yet we can't even fight Danrique and his subordinates.

First, they blew up the banquet hall, and now they blew up another two military vehicles.

Everyone was scared out of their wits.

Oliver hurriedly came over to report that they could no longer keep the guests under control.If they were to keep the situation going, what happened that day would soon reach the public.

Frank had always wanted to arrest Danrique alive, so his subordinates were exceptionally cautious when they made their moves.

However, everything had escalated into a big mess.

Frank could not care less anymore and instructed his men to take Danrique down within half an hour, and it did not matter if they captured him dead or alive.

Oliver was dumbstruck when he heard that.He hastily reminded, "If Danrique really die here, it'd be hard for us to explain..."

"Explain? Who should we explain to?"

Frank responded with a taunting sneer.

"The three great families have taken my side.All the Lindbergs are gone, and the inexperienced Donald is the only member left. That useless loser only knows to kneel and wag his tail pitifully in front of me!"

"This..."

After giving Frank's words some thought, Oliver agreed with his saying too.

Although the Lindberg family was extremely wealthy, the members were not united.

Once Danrique was gone, Lindberg Corporation would fall apart and into Frank's hand.

"It's such a waste of Danrique's capabilities” Frank lamented.

"Even the three great families and Donald all together are nothing compared to Danrique.That's the reason why I've tried every way possible to take him in.But he isn't biddable, so he can't blame me for doing this!"

"But Mr.President...Even if the others don't pursue this matter, he will definitely ask about it"

Oliver reminded cautiously.

"He's merely a silly old bugger who will step down sooner or later. Why would I be afraid of him?" A cold glint flitted across Frank's eyes.He seemed ambitious, and he did not take anyone seriously at all.

Oliver wanted to say something, but he held his tongue in the end.He knew he could not persuade Frank, so he could only let him be.

The military advanced their moves and aimed at Danrique.The sound of gunshots went on and on outside.

Frank stood right in front of the banquet hall that had been blown up as he watched the scene coldly.

A determined look filled his gaze.

"Go get someone to switch on all the lights.I'm going to witness Danrique die right before me with my own eyes!"

Frank was already imagining the scene when he had Danrique under his thumb.

Oliver immediately rushed to make the instruction.Soon, the inside and outside of the castle were illuminated.

Even the starry night sky was overshadowed as though it was daytime.

There was a great disparity in terms of the number of people on both sides.

Moreover, it was Frank's turf.

Hence, Danrique's men were soon defeated.

Danrique, Sean, Gordon, Sloan, Mylo, and the others were trapped in the parking lot outside the banquet hall.

The military men, who were heavily armed, surrounded them completely.

There were even military combat vehicles around the encirclement.

They had tightly surrounded Danrique and his men.

Under such circumstances, it was almost impossible for Danrique and his men to escape no matter how skillful they were.

"Danrique Lindberg!"

Frank took a loudspeaker and called out to Danrique in a domineering manner, "You broke the laws, killed the innocents, and invaded others’ properties in M Nation.The M Nation's business council had reported you to seven departments.As the vice president, I advised you to cooperate with us in the investigation.However, you didn't only speak rudely to me but also blew up my banquet hall.it shows that you're disregarding the rules and laws.How brazen! Drop your weapons now and cooperate with us.That way, I can still spare your life.If not, I'll have to take you down on the spot” Frank's statement sounded as if he was doing the right thing by eliminating a threat to keep the public safe.

The people who were unaware of the real situation would see Frank as a man with integrity.

Only Sean and the others were clear about everything.

They were seething with anger after they heard his words.

"D*mn it! What a pretentious man!"

Gordon cursed furiously.

"Mr.Lindberg has gone to M Nation to expand his business.What did Frank mean by invading others’ properties? They've been trying to harm us, and we were just defending ourselves.”

 

Chapter 1958

"That's right!"

Enraged, Sean added, "As the vice president of Erihal, this b*stard didn't even side with his people.Instead, he accused us of killing the innocents and breaking the laws!"

"He will find all kinds of reasons to accuse us!"

Danrique seemed rather calm.

"Well, he's just trying to accuse me of something to justify his action"

"Mr.Lindberg, we will keep you covered, and you can escape first"

Sloan held the gun, doing his best to protect Danrique.

"Don't worry.None of us will be left behind!"

Danrique stated indifferently.He then pushed them away and stormed forward.

The military officer who took the lead yelled, "Stay right there!"

Danrique did not stop moving but continued to walk forward.

"We're going to shoot if you come any closer!" the man threatened, holding the gun.

The rest of the soldiers aimed their guns at Danrique.

Sean, Gordon, and Sean instantly strode forward to protect him.

The situation was extremely dire at the moment.

Danrique would get shot at any time soon.

All the elites, guests, and the three great families were all watching the scene.

They were so worried that they could feel their chest tightening.

Kevin and Gerard held their breath, not daring to even blink their eyes.

Harrier narrowed his eyes as he glared at Danrique.

He then mumbled, "Danrique, don't let me down. don't believe that you will get defeated so easily!”

"Mr.Adams, do you really want to kill him?* Oliver reminded uneasily, "Please think twice.The economy in Erihal is looking grim now.Lindberg Corporation is the one sustaining it, and the company depends on Mr.Lindberg.If he dies, then-"

"Shut up!"

Frank cut Oliver off and replied coldly, "I refuse to believe that we can't get another person like Danrique in Erihal when our country is full of talents.Even if we can't find one, we can always train one.I can even hire someone from abroad"

"Ahh..."

Seeing that Frank had made up his mind, Oliver knew it was pointless for him to continue persuading, so he did not comment further.

Right then, Hazel, who had escaped from the back hall, hurried over with bare feet.

Tugging at Frank, she pleaded, "Mr.Adams, please let Mr.Lindberg go.I'm willing to do anything if you can let him off"Furrowing his brows, Frank made a gesture nonchalantly.His subordinates came forward and pulled Hazel away.

Hazel was still struggling and begging, "Mr.Adams.Mr.Adams..."

"Silence!"

Frank looked annoyed.

"You stand right here and watch how lend Danrique to make sure you won't have any other thoughts in mind in the future.”

"You..."

Hazel widened her eyes in shock.

At that moment, she finally realized marrying her was just an excuse made up by Frank.

His ultimate and real motive was to take over the Lindberg family's properties and force Danrique to work for him.

Since he had failed to persuade Danrique, he decided to go hard on him.

However, Danrique did not buy Frank's method and ended up rebelling.

Hence, Frank decided to get rid of Dantique completely.

"Move!"

Frank made a gesture.

The military officer received his instruction and raised his hand, wanting to make his command. "Danrique Lindberg, don't be this arrogant in your next life!"

Frank curled his lips into a smirk.

A determined look filled his eyes.

Danrique squinted his eyes and looked at the sky.

Just when the people were about to fire, a military truck sped toward the crowd like an untethered horse.It moved as fast as lightning.

Before the people could react, the truck had broken through the encirclement.

"What's that?"

Oliver exclaimed abruptly.

Frank took a clearer look, and his brows settled into a frown.

"What the hell is that? Drop your guns!"

In the blink of an eye, Francesca had already moved to the top of the truck from her seat.

She removed the tarp on the truck, revealing a full truck of explosives

She pointed at the explosives with the gun in her hand and said indifferently, "All these explosives are enough to blow up the entire presidential palace.You can try firing if you don't believe me!"

Chapter 1959

That arrogant posture, imposing way of talking, and the sense of unruliness in her gaze. Everything about that woman was exceptionally familiar.

"Dr.Felch! It's Dr.Felch!"

Sloan was the first to call out.He was so excited that he choked up, and his eyes turned red.

At that moment, he was staring his goddess and idol with admiration.

"It's Ms.Cece.."

Startled, Gordon and Mylo looked at Francesca in disbelief.

"It's really her! She came back!"

Sean already knew that Francesca had run away but Danrique did not stop her.He wanted to see if she would leave for real.

When he witnessed how she had pretended to be Kerrie to get into the ambulance and left, he was utterly disappointed.

Just when Danrique thought that was the end of their relationship, she actually returned, and that was certainly not something he had expected.

Danrique cast his gaze upon Francesca with his brows furrowed.

There was a complicated look in his eyes

This woman is wearing the nurse uniform, and her makeup is all smudged.

Her face is dirty, and she looks like a mess right now...

Besides, she even put on a blonde hair wig.

Those who stood further away will not be able to tell who she is.

Only Danrique and his trusted aides could tell at a glance that she was Francesca

At the same time, Francesca was not in a mood to greet them, for she was thinking hard of a solution to resolve the situation.

"Hahaha..."

The military officer burst into laughter.

"Are you kidding me? Do you think you can blow up the entire presidential palace with these explosives? You're such a fool!”

Francesca did not say a word.She merely fired a shot toward the sky.

Bang! An indoor garden somewhere nearby exploded.

The shed was blown up completely, and the surrounding land was wiped out.

The relentless blazes were burning, and thick smoke filled the place.

Everyone was startled, and even Frank was dumbfounded.

"This..What happened?"

The military officer stared wide-eyed at the scene.

"Of course, this truck of explosives aren't enough to blow up the entire presidential palace.” Francesca pointed the gun at the military officer and said arrogantly, "I've placed bombs at every corner of the presidential palace.My subordinates are all waiting.As soon as they receive my instruction, they will detonate the bombs."

As she spoke, she turned to look at Frank, who was standing at the door of the ruined banquet hall, and bellowed, "Mr.Adams, let's make a guess if your spot will be the next to get blown up.”

As those words fell, the guests trapped in the banquet hall were terrified.

They grew anxious and said to Frank, "Mr.Adams, you can't disregard our safety.”

"Yes.It's just a personal grudge between you and Mr.Lindberg.There's no need to drag us along with you"

"I know, right?"

"What personal grudge do you mean?”

Oliver swiftly explained, "Mr.Lindberg broke the law, and Mr.Adams is just carrying out his duty to handle the matter impartially”

"Stop pretending! We're not fools; a guest called out in rage.”

"Anyone can tell what's going on.However, we don't want to get involved in something that has nothing to do with us.You can fight and kill each other as you wish, but please let us leave safely.” "Right! Let us go first"

The guests were panicking, and they were all clamoring.

Frank felt his head hurt from the noises.He wore a long face as fury surged within him.

In fact, it was a banquet with an ulterior motive.

Hence, all the people he had invited were those who had always sided with him.He thought those people would not leak any secrets even if there were any unforeseen circumstances.

Now, those people were turning their backs on him when the situation had taken a turn for the worse.

They were certainly trying to have it both ways.

Meanwhile, Harrier was watching the scene from afar.His lips curled into a cold grin.

Frank surely couldn't figure out why his usual supporters would change their stance now.

The reason was simply.

Danrique was too powerful.

 

Chapter 1960

They all knew Danrique was not someone easy to deal with.

If they could not kill him tonight, they would have to bear the consequences if he were to seek revenge in the future.

As such, they had been watching from the sidelines.

As soon as they realized there was a chance for Danrique to turn the table, they would immediately change their stance or even side with Danrique.

More importantly, their lives were threatened.

In an instant, all of them fell into a state of panic and were at a loss.

"I'm not that patient to waste my time here with you.”

Francesca pointed the gun at Frank.She ordered arrogantly, "I will count to ten.You'd better tell these b*stards to get out of my way.Otherwise, I'm not going to hold back!"

"Nice one, Dr.Felch!"

Sloan felt the urge to applaud Francesca.

"Ms.Felch is my idol!"

Mylo was agitated too.

Previously, Frank's men had gone too far to go against them.

Hence, Mylo was very pleased to see what Francesca was doing to Frank.

"She's truly something.I'm starting to admire Ms.Felch.”

Gordon felt his blood boiling.It was as though he felt Francesca was the most impressive woman in the world.

"A friend in need is a friend indeed..."

Sean could not help lamenting, for he could understand how Danrique felt at that moment. Danrique looked up at Francesca without saying a word.He wore a faint smile.

There was her reflection in his bright eyes.

"I don't believe that you actually have the ability to place bombs in every corner of my place!” Frank saw through Francesca's trick.

"I bet you only placed one or two at the most to scare me, right?"

"Oh?"

Francesca grinned as she shot toward the sky twice.

Bang! Bang! The deafening noise rang out, and the warehouses that kept the weaponry and food exploded at the same time.

Following the loud explosion, the menacing flames lit up the sky in an instant.

Thick plumes of smoke spread all over the place.

Within seconds, everyone was shrouded by the smoke.

All of them were stunned, including the military officer and soldiers.

They panicked and stared at Francesca in disbelief as they stepped backward subconsciously. The guests in the banquet hall were shocked, too.

They could no longer hold themselves back and rushed toward Frank, tugging at him and asking him to let them go.

Kevin and Gerard were flustered, too.

Not knowing what to do next, both of them blurted out, "We're doomed! We're doomed for real!" "I was right! Danrique isn't someone who is easy to deal with.”

Harrier had always been the most composed person among all.

Narrowing his eyes to slits, he shot a cold glare at Francesca as he lamented, "I finally know why Danrique is willing to do anything to marry that woman who looks rather plain!”

He kept the remaining thought to himself, but deep down, he was well aware that Francesca had more than just these skills to offer.She is young and comes from an ordinary background.

Also, she is so used to encountering all kinds of situations.

Hence, she’s able to stay composed no matter who or what she's facing.

And now, she could even appear out of nowhere at a critical moment like this to save Danrique from danger.

Any socialites from rich families can't compare to a woman like her! In truth, even if all the socialites were to come together, they're nothing compared to her, let alone Hazel.

No wonder Danrique, who has always been prideful, will be so fond of her! He has found a treasure, indeed! William, who had remained unmoving in a corner, lowered his gaze.

A bitter smile crept over his face.

He had witnessed everything and seen how strong and invincible Danrique was.

Besides, he had seen how caring and faithful Francesca was.

Suddenly, he was really jealous of Danriquehe.

He has power, ability, and Francesca.lt was chaos in the banquet hall.

Frank still refused to give in.

Since the situation had escalated to that state, he would be doomed if he were to let Danrique go.