Ch. 131..140
Chapter 131
A wife bought for 100 thousand dollars Hearing the man's words, Audrey instantly came back to her senses. Fuck, this pervert is Noah Wright, the young man from the Wright family" Audrey pretended to be completely unaware of the collusion between Noah and Layla
She said. "You caught the wrong person. I'm already married. How can I be the wife you bought?"
triangular eyes straightened as he said with a sinister smile. "Stop quibbling. That old woman showed me a photo!
Then his fingers moved up Audrey's shirt and stopped at the first bastion.
"Don't touch me... I didn't acknowledge my marriage with you. Let go of me." Audrey yelled.
must be with me
"Beauty, stop struggling. It doesn't matter if you admit it or not. That old woman took my money, so you must
Looking at his lean and pockmarked face. Audrey only felt waves of disgust surging and spat at him. "Who wants to be with you I have a ran
However, Noah was not angry. He even seemed satisfied with her words. He wiped the saliva off his face and had a sinister smile on his face. He sad. What does that matter? I like to play with married women the most Audrey was speechless. How despicable:
e was disgusted again
Noah was not in a hurry
He first pressed a wich and the room instantly lit up with an ambiguous pink color. Then, he looked down at Audrey from above, held her chin. and lifted her face. He observed her up close, and a trace of surprise flashed across his eyes again. Even though her expression was so unyielding and she would rather die than submit, and she was still glaring at him fiercely, Noah did not care at
His lips curied into an evil smile as he said bluntly, "You're the most beautiful woman I've ever seen You're much prettier than the three women I played with to death previously. I hope you can last longer"
Audrey's pupils suddenly constricted, and a chill spread deep down her heart.
She knew that the three women's deaths were not simple, but she did not expect Noah to dare to tell her the truth without any scruples
Is he certain that I can't escape? Or is he certain that even if I escape, I can't do anything to him? Despair flashed across Audrey's eyes
It seemed that she had underestimated the power of Ethan's family
She wondered what to do next and how to save herself
Should I call the police Audrey wondered
Her
phone was with her, but her hands and feet we
were tied up She couldn't get in at all.
Moreover. Noah was staring at her. If she touched her phone, she would be discovered immediately
But there w no other way.
ustas Audrey
as vexed, Noah turned around and went to the counter to choose sex toys again.
This was her chaner
Audrey's eyes lit up. She shook her body and took out her phone from her pocket.
for lier to roove her limda, so she could only sise her body to rub against the phone and slowly move it toward her palm
As the mosed, she stated at Noah's back
Just as ber hand touched the phone, Noah suddenly
y turned around
Audrey was shocke
ked. Her pupils constricted, and she subconsciously pressed her body against the phone.
Fortunately, Noals only i
y glanced at her before turning around to coming choosing his tools.
Audrey's fingers touched the cold phone case.
After successfully unlocking it, she immediately muted her phone.
It was not convenient for her to speak now. After the call to the police was made, she could not immediately explain her situation to the police. It might even arouse Noah's suspicion. But who else could she call!
In her panic. Audrey could only dial the number at the top of the call record....
She prayed silently, Alistair, please. You must answer the phone
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On th
the other side. Emily waited at
at the construction site for a long time but did not see Audrey
The weather was dark as if it was going to rain heavily.
Emily felt a little uneasy. She carried the information to the security booth at the exit to ask about the situation.
She said. "Sir, have you seen an SUV driving out from here! The driver is a young girl. She's beautiful. When we came together in the afternoon, she even greeted you?
The security guard replied. "Too many people are coming in and out of this construction site. I don't remember. Do you have her license plate number! I can help you look it up on the system.
If the car had already left, there would be a recond on it.
Emily did not dare to delay and immediately reported the license plate number
"I checked in the system. There's no record of this license plate being driven out" said the security guard.
Hearing the security guard's words, Emily panicked even more. "The car didn't come out Why is Audrey missing?"
Emily felt even more uneasy. She returned to her senses and wanted to call Audrey but realized Audrey's phone was busy.
She immediately felt uneasy, like an ant on a hot pan.
At this moment, she heard a crisp male voice behind her. "Do you remember where her car was parked?"
Emily turned around in surprise and was shocked when she saw the person. "Mr. Barrett?"
Knowing that Alistair's love had come to inspect the construction site, Logan was afraid that the people below would offend or neglect Audrey, so he rushed over
But as soon as he arrived, he heard a young girl asking questions at the security booth.
"I remember that Audrey's car is parked at the corner of the underground garage, B12" said Emily.
"Get in the car. Let's go together. Logan's expression changed slightly. He gestured for Emily to get into the car.
A moment later, they came to the underground garage and found B12.
"The car is here. Emily ran over and looked through the glass beside Audrey's car. No one was
was in the c
cur
"Where did Audrey go? We agreed to go back to the company together." Emily was confused.
Logan also felt that something was wrong. He focused his attention and looked around. Coincidentally, he saw something glowing on the ground. He br
bent down and picked it up. It was a car key with a small wooden rabbit hanging on it.
Emily recognized it at a glance and said excitedly. "This is Audrey's car key. She said that the little rabbit pendant on it was from her brother, He carved it for her. The car didn't leave, and the car key is on the ground. Could something have happened to Audrey?" Feeling anxious, Emily called Audrey again, but Audrey's phone was still busy.
She rubbed her hair in frustration, but an idea suddenly flashed through her mind. She remembered that Audrey had asked her to investigate
"Oh no! Could the Wright family have kidnapped Audrey?" Emily exclaimed,
Logan immediately asked, "The Wright family! Who are they?"
Emily didn't k
know the grudge between Audrey and the Wright family. She could only tell Logan about Audrey asking her to investigate Ethan.
Logan immediately realized the seriousness of the problem.
Audrey would not investigate a person with a mafia background for no reason. Logan guessed this person must have some grudge against Audrey.
He thought. 'It's most likely the Wright far
family's doing now that something happened to her?
It had been an hour since she disappeared.
If anything happens in my territory, how can I explain it to Alistair?' Logan didn't dare to delay any longer. He immediately called Alistair to explain the situation to him. However, he only heard "The number you have dialed is busy. Please wait...
Logan looked even more anxious. "Why can't I reach Alistair at the critical moment?
Audrey was about to pick up her phone to confirm if the call had been connected when Noah, who had finished choosing his tools, suddenly turned around
He said, "Little beauty, you must be anxious. We're about to begin.
Audrey was shocked. Her hand trembled and her phone fell to the ground.
Fortunately, many dirty clothes were piled on the ground, so there was no sound.
However, the tool to call for help was gone. The only person who could save her now was herself....
Audrey quietly gritted her teeth and suppressed her disgust. She pretended to be innocent and blinked. "Hey, what's the point of tying me up! Do you want to play something exciting
She deliberately softened her voice. She had a hint of charm in her eyes like a seductive little fox.
Noah suddenly clamped his legs together. His face was full of disgusting desire, and his eyes lit up.
He said. "Yes, I've been thinking about it even in my dreams. Heauty, I'm here to play with you." He pounced on Audrey anxiously.
"Wait... Audrey turned her head to avoid the sticky and slippery kiss. She said seductively, "Don't be anxious. I have a way to make you happier. Do you want to experience it?"
Noah smiled calmly, his eyes filled with determination. "Oh, what method? Tell me
Audrey narrowed her eyes, smiled, and said. Tve learned many tricks to make a man happy As long as you can untie me, I guarantee that I can serve you comfortably
Noah's eyes widened in excitement, but he wasn't stupid.
Just a moment ago, Audrey was still focused on escaping, but now, she was suddenly so cooperative. He knew there must be something wrong He asked. "You're not thinking of running away, are you?"
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Faced with his suspicion. Audrey did not panic. Her tone even softened. "Noah, what are you saying? You already said that I'm your wife. Where cle can I run to?"
She raised her eyebrows and said, "I just don't want our first time to have any regrets.
"Are you serious Noah was tempted
Audrey winked and said shyly. This is your territory. How can a weak woman like me escape under your nose! Since we're having fun, why don't we make it more interesting? Noah, don't tell me you're afraid of a woman" No man could withstand a woman's provocation.
As expected. Noah started to feel smag
He thought. In any case, she can't run away. Instead of tying her up, I might as well let her go
With that thought in mind, Noah placed his hand on the knot on Audrey's ankle and said excitedly. "Alright, I'll untie it for you. Let's play slowly
Audrey smiled faintly.
Noah untied it very slowly
He didn't forget to take advantage of her when he was unticing the rope.
er up again.
He was testing Audrey's reaction. If she showed any resistance or disgust, he would immediately tie her up
Audrey endured her disgust. After her limbs were free, she did not rush to escape. Instead, she put on an obedient smile.
villy and said. "Come here. Let me see what you're capable of."
Noah was overjoyed. He smiled evilly
Her stomach churned. Audrey still had to act as if nothing had happened. She reached out and placed her hand on Noah's shoulder, using the force
to sit up.
On the other side.
The one-sided Bluetooth earpiece emitted a faint blue light. Alistair listened to the voice coming from inside. When he looked up again, his eyes were red and filled with a terrifying and malicious aura. The next second, his right hand suddenly clenched into a fist and smashed against the floor-to-ceiling window in front
After a loud bang, the glass did not shatter, but the center of the force cracked into fine spiderweb-like patterns.
Fragments of glass pierced into the back of his hand, and his four fingers were instantly mangled.
Michael who had hurriedly pushed open the door and entered, was shocked by this scene and reported.
"Mr. Hayes, the flight route of the Aviation Administration has been approved. The helicopter will arrive at the company's top in a minute
With just one sentence, the atmosphere in the office seemed to drop even more.
Michael sensed the terrifying coldness, and his breathing unconsciously became lighter.
Two minutes ago, Alistair suddenly received a call and announced the adjournment of the meeting.
Then, Alistair asked him to apply to return to Riverdale immediately.
To make Mr. Hayes, who has always been expressionless, so anxious, could something huge have happened! Michael wondered. Alistair bed out of the window. It was going to rain heavily.
Kadney. You must wait for me,' Alistair said in his heart.
"Buch, how dare you kick met When I catch you, I'll kill you Noah suraded furious
The tomtential du washed over the entire city.
The rain blurred Audrey's eyes. In the vast wilderriess, she ran forward with all her might
Her exposed calf got scratched by the thorns on the
he wild road. Blood dripped all the way, but she was completely unaware.
No one could save her. She knew she had to rely on herself
Run, nin' Only when I run away can I be safe, Audrey thought.
Noah didn't sound as energetic as before. Occasionally, he
out a hiss, as if he was enduring pain.
Audrey's heart skipped a beat when she heard his voice and she ran even faster.
Audrey used all her strength when she saw the opportunity to kick him, but she didn't expect Noah to catch up so quickly.
After running for a long time, Audrey felt her body weaken. She stepped on the slippery and muddy road step by step, and her feet felt so heavy that she couldn't lift them. However, Noah's cursing could be heard from behind occasionally.
Footsteps followed behind her on the grass.
Audrey's breathing tightened. Just as she was about to continue running, someone grabbed the back of her collar and strangled her neck until she could not breathe. The next second, Noah pushed fier to the ground.
The heavy rain poured down. The disgusting man pressed down on her and tore her clothes apart without any explanation
In front of Audrey, except for the endless cloudy rainstorm, there was only Noah's ferocious and terrifying pockmarked face. Despair surged in Audrey's heart. However, she refused to give in and continued to struggle.
Rang!
A heavy slap landed on her face.
Audrey's ears immediately buzzed for a moment. At that moment, she couldn't even hear the rain.
"Bitch, how dare you run away? Run. Why aren't you running anymore?" Noah said.
Noah rode on her and reached out to pull off his belt. He unzipped it with a sinister smile on his face. He said, "You're so disobedient. See if I can make you obedicat Noah had torn Audrey's clothes apart, and the cold wind poured into her body, which should have made her cold. However, Audrey felt hot all Over
She realized something was wrong.
She was in good health, so her legs should not have gone weak after running for a short distance. Furthermore, there were waves of heat inside her.
"Oh no, I've been drugged Audrey was so desperate that she did not even have the strength to push Noah away. Her five fingers scratched the soil and left bloody marks. Just as alar pustered her courage and tried to fight Noah to the death
Suddenly, there was a rumbling sound.
The sound of the propeller broke th
broke the silence of the wilderness....
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The helicopter hovered overhead, its powerful blades whipping the air into intense guests that swept over the ground, forcing everyone to shield
Noah lifted a hand to block the blinding wind, cursing under his breath only to be met with a sudden, hard blow to the head.
Audrey clutched the small rock she'd just grabbed and struck Noals again, forcefully enough that he loosened his grip on her. Taking her chance she scrambled up and took off, bolting forward with everything she hail.
"Stop right there, you bitch? Noah yelled, pressing a bloody hand to his head as he chased after her with fury
The helicopter's roar grew louder, closing in. Audrey's vision swam as darkness began to encroach, and she crumpled to the ground.
Through her fading sight, she caught a glimpse of a familiar Egure descending from above and rating toward her
"Alistair ....... is it re
Is it really you? 1... I can't run anymore, she thought, as her legs gave out completely and she sink to her knees.
But Audrey didn't fall to the cold, hard ground. Instead, she was pulled into a broad, warm embrace. A strong arm wrapped around her waist, and a large hand cradled the back of her head, gently soothing her as one would comfort a frightened child. "Don't be afraid. It's over now," he said, his voice soft and reassuring
Audrey's scattered awareness gradually returned. As she recognized his familiar face, her hand crept up, and she clung to his collar as if it were her only lifeline
A wave of unspeakable grief welled up from a within, and her throat tightened, her eyes stinging with tears that wouldn't come out in sound. She could only tremble silently in his arms, tears streaming down her face like a wounded, helpless rabbit Alistair's gaze swept over her torn clothes and the tear-streaked cheeks, his expression hardening, radiating a chilling aura of an
ancer
Despite the fury simmering beneath his controlled exterior, be held Audrey with delicate care as if afraid of breaking her fragile form.
"And just where did this little punk come from Touching my woman like that. You are courting death! Let go of her!" Noah shouted as he finally caught up, pointing at Alistair with unrestrained fury.
Alistairs head snapped up, his steely gaze locking onto Nosh through the hazy rain. His eyes were cold as if he was looking at a dead person
Just one look from Alistair sent a freezing wave through Noah's body, leaving him paralyzed with dread.
But Noah, captivated by Audrey's exquisite face, summoned a last burst of courage and sneered. Tm talking to you! woman back over to... Ali?"
to you! Do you
you hear me? Hand my
A muffled shot rang out, silencing everything around. Hot blond began to seep from Noah's lower body, spreading across the ground.
He stared wide-eyed at the gun's dark barrel in Alistair's hand, his face twisted with pain, yet he dared not make a sound.
Ways of agony, humiliation, hatred, and fear washed over him, dragging him down like a drowning man. Noah writhed in the mud like a miserable dog, his pride shattered
Alistair held Audrey close, his arm wrapped protectively around her, and gently covered her ears.
He bundled her up and handed her carefully to Michael, who had arrived moments before. Then, with deliberate movements, Alstag pulled back the slude un has gun and advanced toward Noah.
Desperation flared in Noah's eyes. He broke down, sobbing "Please, let me go! Don't kill me! My father can give you a lot of money, more than you could ever imagine, and you can even have this woman Just please, spare me!" lung with suppressed rage.
"You've just added one mute reason to die, Alistair replied, his voice cold and seething
by father will never let you get away with it"
Sering burstarry was futile, Noah resorted to frantic threats. If you kill me, my
He won't get the chance" Alistairs yo
[`* voice was as quiet as it was deadly. He lifted his finger, poised on the trigger, yet at the last usmanent, tilted the barrel slightly upward, spinning the silver gun rastully around his long linger.
For a split second, Noah's face in up in a lingeful, twisted grin, thinking his threats had worked. But that was slashed when Alistair's impassive volcé tang nut again. "Killing you with a single shot would be far too merciful" Without warning. A Alistair shot forward, slamming his foot brutally into Noulés alulonnen.
"Duci" Noali gaspeil, the pain forcing him backward several feet until his body collided with a tree trunk.
There was no time to scream or 1 ground it down
beg before Alistair was on him again, his boot pressing harshly against Noah's face, leaving bloody scratches as he
Noah was in so much agony he couldn't even scream, blood trickling steadily from his mouth.
Watching from nearby. Michael frowned, unable to hide his concern. This is bad. Mr. Hayes has lost all sense of reason in his rage. If he keeps going. Noah's definitely going to die......."
This scumbag deserves it, no doubt. But if Mr. Hayes were to get into legal trouble over this, it just wouldn't be worth it, Michael thought, hesitant
to interfere
He knew Alistair was on the edge of complete fury, and any attempt to intervene might lead to collateral damage.
Just as Michael wavered, a slender figure streaked past him, rushing toward Alistair.
"Wait don't..." Michael reached out to stop her, but it was too I
late.
He could only watch as Audrey threw herself at Alistair, wrapping her arms tightly around his waist, clinging to him with all the strength she had left
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"Stop. Alistair, Please don't do this." Audrey clung tightly to Alistair from behind her arms wrapped firmly around his waist.
She went on, her voice soft yet pleading. Don't dirty your hands for him. My phone fell back in the house, and it has recordings... enough evidence to file a report. Let the police handle the rest, okay?" Alistair, who had been nearly blinded by rage, began to calm down at her words
"Alright" His reply was low and steady as he turned to lift Audrey into his arms. "Let me take you home."
Before they left. Alistair gave Michael a pointed look, signaling him to finish falling the sinuation.
Michael still stunned by how Alistair had nearly lost control over a woman, then managed to rein it in for her sake. He nodded after a moment's hesitation
With Audrey in his arms. Alistair walked toward a sleek black Bentley parked by the roadside, where a driver Audrey didn't recognize waited.
Just as they climbed into the car, the wail of police sirens filled the air, growing louder as the Bentley brushed past the incoming police vehicles.
Meanwhile, Layla, dressed in new clothes and with her hair carefully styled, arrived at Ethan's grand estate after a long bus ride, accompanied by her two sons. She knocked on the door, and a servant in her forties showed them in. The servant's expression was less than welcoming. After watching them put on plastic shoe covers, she said curtly. "Mr. Wright is still resting. You'll
have to wait here"
With that, she turned away to resume her duties, not even offering them a glass of water.
William's face darkened at the servant's rude treatment.
Watching the woman's retreating back, he spat in disgust and flopped onto the sofa like he owned the place, muttering in irritation. "Mom, the Wright family sure has no respect for us. Even their servant looks down on us
But Layla was too entranced by the luxury around her to care. Her eyes shone as she took in the lavish decor of the Wright Villa, awestruck by the wealth on display
Layla had heard plenty about the Wright family's wealth, but seeing it with her own eyes still left her momentarily stunned.
They had such a massive estate, complete with an outdoor pool. Every ornament in the house seemed incredibly valuable. Even the cushions on the sofa had gold-thread embroidery. Picking up a pillow, Layla traced its edges fondly
If I could spend my later years in a place like this, I'd gladly give up a few years of my life, she thought. Once Audrey and Noah are married, maybe I can drop a few hints to get her to bring me here...
Liam, meanwhile, didn't bother to sit. He wandered around the room, running his hands over the priceless furniture with a look of undisguised greed.
Hearing William's complaints, Liam shrugged. "Come on, William. Don't waste your time fussing over a servant. Once Audrey marries Noah, firing her would be as easy as snapping our fingers."
William scoffed, saying no more. Spotting a bowl of fruit on the table, he grabbed a pear and bit into it, not even bothering to perlit
Damn, even the fruit tastes swerter in a rich family's home, Liam thought to himself.
Up on the second-floor balcony, Ethan watched the group below with a faint look of disdain. What a pathetic bunch of lowlifes, he thought.
A servant quietly approached him from behind, her voice low and disapproving. "Mr. Wright, where did these people come from? They have no
Ethan turned
> thumb ring slowly, his voice chilling as he replied, "Mind your business and go make coffee for the guests".
"Yes, sår" Shur dared not say another word.
After a deep breatla, Ellian put on a practiced smile and descended the stairs. "Mrs. Harper, you're here! I had some things to take care of. Sorry for keeping you waiting" His tone was neutral, far from warın, but at feast it was polite. Ethan had no oiler choice. With Noah's track record, marrying and then driving three wives to an early grave, there was hardly anyone left willing to give their daughter's hand in marriage.
But Lilan, being a traditional man, had always hoped his sons would settle down and lead respectable lives.
Besides, Ethan reasoned that if Noah got his thrills after marriage, it would still be preferable that he created scandals outside.
The Harper family's greed was convenient, too. If anything happened, they'd be easy to appease
So, despite looking down on their character, Ethan had managed to show a measure of courtesy toward the Harper family for the sake of the impending union.
Layla, sensing the respect, was emboldened and flashed a self-satisfied smile. "Mr. Wright, you're too kind. I apologize for dropping by unannounced, but we came today to discuss a date for the wedding. We'd like to finalize it soon."
She continued. tone casual yet pressing. "After all, she's already been sent to Noah's bed, so we should hurry along with the formalities. It wouldn't be good for Noah's reputation if any rumors start circulating
Finalizing the wedding soon would allow them to plan a grand banquet back home.
Not only could they collect plenty of gifts to sell for cash, but they'd have a reason to eventually move to the city with Audrey.
The sooner this all happened, the better
Catching the thinly veiled threat in Layla's words, Ethan curled his lip in disdain but replied smoothly, "The 17th of this month is an auspicious day. Let's set it for then."
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• That only leaves two days Layla thought. Although it felt a bit rushed, Layla was eager to form a connection with the Wright family ben Ethan, lowering his over.
sked. "Tvr beard the woman you've introduced to Noah is already
that the Harper family had brought Noah a married woman, he wanted them to return all the gifts given at the
adamant about having her, not caring in the least if she was mamed. Unable to dissuade Noah, Ethan he machi
be cautious. He needed to know the woman's husband's background to avoid any potential trouble.
udrey » husband's identity. Layla grew worried this might jeopardize the engagement. Quickly, she explained. "Audrey important. He's just some nobody."
Wright" Layla added, "we've already arranged for her to get a divorce immediately, so there will be no delays for Noah
uined skeptical. "Are you sure he's just a nobo
Hla pared her chec
estirance, saying. "Absolutely" There's even stuff online about him being a kept guy. Even if he knows about Audrey and wouldn't dare cross the Wright family"
at ease and was about to respond when suddenly a pudgy middle-aged man burst into the room, stumbling as he
arkmind and be shot the an irritated glare. What are you in such a panic about! Did something happen!"
swallowed nervously before blurting out. "Mr. Wright. Noah's been taken by the police
Ethan could en Layla exploded, frantically asking. "Mr. Wright, what does this mean? Can they still
Layla, so clove
guring her family's connection to the Wright family, feared this might rain everything
get married?""
Ithan express soured, a gline of disdain in his eyes as he replied coolly. This minor issue isn't worth losing composure over. It's not our first
ubordinate seemed more hesitant his voice shaky as he continued. "But this time is different. We didn't even get a glimpse of Noah. The cked him up directly from that cabin in the woods, and when we checked the scene, there was blood on the ground." Ethan's expersicion shifted slightly
Layla meanwhile, cursed angrily. "Audrey must ve done something to Noah and even reported it to the police, causing all this trouble. The next
her 12 teach her a lesson
"Enough" Ethan interrupted, waving his hand to silence her. Though frustrated, Layla dared not argue, her complaints trailing off with an awkward Liban upped
and stood up, his expression calm. Til go to the police station. You may all r
I make yourselves comfortable here"
Noah i arrest didn't worry
Ethan in the slightest. This sort of thing had happened before. All he needed to do was smooth things over with the bor, and within two hours. Noah would be free.
medly. Exian set off for the police station. Meanwhile, the Harper family showed no intention of leaving the luxurious mansion, insisting on
for their return and even ordering the servants to prepare a mural.
The Black Bentley sped deadly down the road under the torrental Train, its wiper working at full pace.
srat, Audrey's checks were flushed, and her body felt feverish as the effects of the drug rapidly overwhelmed her senses, tormenting her
She twisted restlessly in Alistairs armis, searching instinctively for a more comfortable position.
as tense, the veins bulging on his arm as he held her close, beads of sweat forming on his forehead. "Audrey, be good stop
Alistarr's entire body was th
Costar med to steady her hands that were wandering over him, only for her to push them away, her lips brushing occasionally against his jawline
1 don't feel good. Alistair I'm so hot Audrey's voice was soft and sultry, laced with an unintended allure.
ble to bear the heat. Audrey began tugging at her own clothes, her entire body radiating warmth.
Hoe Alistair wondered, suddenly realizing something was wrong. He quickly knocked on the partition separating the driver. "Find a nearby hotel. and then head to St. Johnson Hospital to bring back Grant" The driver nodded, made a quick U-turn at the next intersection, and arrived at a hotel within three minutes, then sped off to fetch Grant
Not wanting anyone else to see Audrey in this state. Alistair shielded her protectively as they made their way inside. As soon as they entered the room her delicate arms wrapped around him again. Audrey, breathing softly, murmured against his neck. Tm so hot. please.
Alistair felt the urgency in her touch, his throat tightening as he struggled to control himself, his hand around her waist gripping tighter and tighter.
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Ethan strode confidently into the police station, exuding an air of self-importance as he made his way toward Samuel Bell's office. Midway there, a young officer stepped in his path, blocking his advance. "Who are you here to see! You can't just walk in. If you've got business, take it to the waiting room," the officer said, completely oblivious to who Ethan was, as he tried to steer him toward the visitor's area. Ethan's expression darkened. Despite his irritation, he maintained a façade of decorum and replied politely. "I need to see Mr. Bell. I know him well. I used to walk straight into his office without any issues The officer gave him a skeptical once-over as if beginning to recognize him, but his tone remained firm. "I'm sorry, Mr. Bell isn't available to see you today. You'll have to wait outside With that the officer ushered Ethan hack into the main lobby. Several times, Ethan tried to speak, but each attempt was cut off, leaving him to sit- haming, in a cold metal chair in the lobby. He huffed, seething quietly, determined to confront Samuel later and see how that rude officer would account for his behavior. Ethan waited in the police station for over two hours At first, be managed to sit back and pass the time, convinced that the officer would eventually come over to apologize. But as the minutes ticked by.
feeling of unease crept in.
Growing impatient. Ethan began demanding to see Samuel again. Just when he was sure he'd be stonewalled once more, someone finally escorted him into Samuel's office. "Well. Mr. Bell, you certainly keep yourself busy these days. It seems I can hardly get a
a moment with you. Ethan said grandly the moment he entered, using his tone to vent his frustration at being left waiting for so long.
Samuel sat at his desk, looking unruffled, only glancing up with a cool, detached expression. "What can I do for you!"
What s with this ammade. Ethan's heart skipped a beat, suddenly feeling a bit on edge.
Suppressing his temper, Ethan forced himself to remain civil. "I just wanted to check on what sort of trouble Noah's gotten himself into this ume
BANG!
Samuel, previously calm, suddenly slammed a file onto the desk, the loud thud punctuating his sudden anger.
"Are you telling me you don't know what your son has done!" he demanded, his voice cold and unforgiving.
Erhan jumped, feigning innocence. "1... I really don't know! He's grown up now. He doesn't tell me everything he does
Samuels face remained stony as he tapped the file again, the sound sharp and icy. "You'd better be truly in the dark, Mr. Wright. Your son's responsible for three deaths.
We have witnesses and evidence to prove it. If you're here to bail him out, you can leave
Ethan was stunned speechless, completely blindsided
Three loves...
ne up again? Wasn't Samuel always willing to turn a blind eye before?" he wondered, bewildered. How did this co
COME
Just as he began to process the grim news of Noah's crime and the impossibility of bail, another call came in. He answered only to hear that his eldest son had been caught trafficking drugs at the border and was arrested on the spot Ethan managed to keep himself from lashing out in Sammel's presence, but his panic was evident as he barked orders to the caller to get a Lawyer inolved immediately. Before he could even catch his breathi, yet another call came through Seeing it was from his second son's construction company, Ethan frit his heart drop, a gnawing sense of dread rising within him.
Sure enough, at soph
he answered, a frantic voice greeted him, filled with despair. "Mr. Wright, something terrible's happened."
Ethan growled, barely containing lus anger,
at our office for a surprise inspection today.
us price-fixing and monopolistic practices. Your son
The man began. "Government officials showed up at cour
"They're saying our fulding materials contain carcinogens, and they're accusing us of malicious p lus already been taken in for investigation" A ringing filled Eilan's ears, and his vision swam. He nearly fainted on the spot.
In a single day, all three of his sons had run into catastrophic trouble. If Ethan hadn't yet realized he was being targeted, he'd be an utter fool.
But as he racked his brain, he couldn't fathom who in Riverdale had the power to orchestrate such a calculated strike, leaving him this utterly humiliated.
Heart pounding, filled with a terrible anxiety, he turned to Samuel, cautiously asking, "Mr. Bell, who exactly has Noah crossed!"
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Eihan didn't want to reveal that his other no sons had also been captured, so he subtly tried to probe by bringing up Noah's situation.
Samuel simply shook his head, his expression inscrutable, showing no intention of elaborating further.
Ethan's heart sank, and he began to argue. "Mr. Hell, every year, the taxes I pay are enough to support countless people. Even if something's happened to me, shouldn't I at least be entitled to know why?" Samuel sighed as if he had no choice, and asked. "Do you know Mr. Hayes from Willowdaler
Ethan froze for a moment, stunned, before stammering, "Mr. Hayes... from Willowdale! Mr. Bell, you must be joking. someone of his stature?"
How could I possibly know
Though Ethan had some connections, they were nothing compared to Alistair. In the grand scheme, he was insignificant
There was no way someone like him would have the qualifications to know a figure as prominent as Mr. Hayes
"Why is Mr. Bell suddenly bringing him up? Could it be... did my family offend Mr. Hayes from Willowdale? No, it can't be, he thought nervously.
Though his legs had begun trembling, Ethan clung to denial, stammering as he shook. "No. Mr. Hell, what are you trying to say here! I've had no dealings whatsoever with the Hayes family from Willowdale. How could we possibly offend him?" Samuel let out a cold chuckle. "Noah kidnapped his wife and tried to assault her. Are you really going to say you didn't cross a line?"
Noah kidnapped Mr. Hayes's wife! This is it... it's over, Ethan thought.
His Jegy gave out completely, and he collapsed to the floor in shock. Shaking his head, Samuel signaled to an officer to escort him out
As the cold wind hit him outside, Ethan finally came back to his senses and quickly called his contacts higher up.
Beep Beep!
The first call went unanswered. The second attempt got him blocked. Ethan was so furious he nearly threw his phone.
With no one to unleash his fury on, Ethan clenched his teeth and sped back to the villa. Inside, Layla and her two sons were blissfully unaware of the storm brewing, enjoying a lavish dinner at the table.
Elhan stormed into the living room, his face dark as a thundercloud.
Layla, munching on a large crab claw, looked up and greeted him cheerfully. "Mr. Wright, you're back! Come join us for dinner. It's all still hot. We were starving and couldn't wait for you, so we started. Hope you don't mind!"
Ethan fixed Layla with an unblinking glare, Oblivious, Layla only offered the pleasantry before diving back into her meal, fearing she might miss even a single bite.
William chimed in from beside her. "This chef's skills are so-so. For the wedding banquet, you'll have to hire a proper chef. Every dish needs to be top-notch and as fresh as possible. Abalone, lobster, delicacies, everything expensive should be on the menu... Fucking you the alulone! Ethan could hold back no longer, swearing as he snatched a nearby chair and brought it crashing down on William's
head
William barely had time to protect his head and, in the process, ended up with a broken arm, letting out a scream of pain. "Ah!"
Layla, shocked, choked on her crab and nearly gagged, coughing violently. "Mr. Wright, what is the meaning of this? All we did was
Ethan ignored her completely, grabbing William and beating him badly, the chair legs splintering under the force. William, covered in blood, lay sprawled on the floor, his cries weakening as he was beaten to the brink of death.
"Oh, Williant Stop! Mr. Wright, stop, or you'll kill him Layla, her heart aching for William, bravely stepped forward to intervene.
"You damu bitch, it's all your fault my family is ruined!" Ethan roared, throwing Layla to the ground.
He grabbed her Ine the hair, slamming her head against the floor, then kicked her in the stomach twice Layla fell unconscious without so much as a cry of pain
Meanwhile, Liam, trembling, tried to rise by hulding onto the table, hoping to sneak away, but Ethan caught him by the hair and slammed him face-first onto the dining table,
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Liam's face crashed into the remnants of the meal on the table, and the sharp edge of a broken plate sliced his skin,
blood pouring out instantly.
"Mr. Wright...please spare me," he begged, his voice hoarse. "It's our fault for not recognizing the situation and upsetting you. You're magnanimous, Don't hold it against us commum folks, just let us go......" They couldn't comprehend why Ethan had suddenly turned so hostile when everything had seemed fine just moments ago. They even imagined themselves enjoying a life of privilege at the Wright Villa, How did he come back so suddenly filled with anger after going out? Liam thought, puzzled,
After a moment of contemplation, as if he had come up with something brilliant, he self-importantly suggested. "Mr. Wright, the matter of Noah being captured has nothing to do with us. It's all Audrey's fault. Once we catch her, we'll bring her to you, and you can Ethan's face darkened as he delivered a swift kick to Liam's lower back, grabbing his head and slamming it down onto the tiled floor
You clueless must, how dare you mention that woman! Do you really think you can afford to provoke her?" Ethan bellowed.
Liam's
head way
was buzzing, and he couldn't regain his composure.
Beside him. William was so terrified that he lost control of his bladder, scrambling on the floor to beg for mercy. "Im sorry! We know we WETE wrong. Mr. Wright Please spare us!"
Recovering from her immense pain, Layla crawled over to cling to Ethan's leg, tears streaming down her face "Mr. Wright, please let us de knowing what we did wrong. What have we done to deserve this?" Ethan's eyes flashed with pain as he kicked the foolish woman away.
Exhausted from the exertion, he placed his hands on his hips, panting with rage as he gritted his teeth. "If you hadn't said Audrey's husband was a nobody, I wouldn't have offended someone I shouldn't have. "Even if I killed all three of you, it wouldn't ease the hatred in my heart
"Audrey's husband? A big shot! Layla thought.
Her swollen eyes widened in disbelief. "No.. it can't be Eliot said that the man is just a kept guy, and that even the car was bought by Audrey. How could he possibly be a big shot? There must be some mistake. Mr. Wright, it's not our fault!"
"Do the police make mistakes?" Ethan's anger boiled over as he kicked her twice. "The police chief told me himself that Audrey's husband is Mr. Hayes from Willowdale. Do you know who Mr. Hayes is?"
Cowering on the floor, Layla curled into a ball, shaking her head in panic. Tve never heard of this person. He couldn't be some thug, could he? she thought.
"The Hayes family from Willowdale is the wealthiest in the country. Mr. Hayes is a prominent business magnate, someone even politicians need to pay respects to. Ethan stated
"What The Harper family was completely dumbfounded as they wondered, Audrey secretly married such an incredible figure... have we really offended her this time?"
Before Layla could spiral into despair, Ethan continued to curse at her. "You old hag, how dare you say he's a kept guy? You've ruined everything for
Turled by even more anger, Ethan turned to the kitchen and retrieved a chef's knife. "All three of my sons are now in the police station and likely
won't come out. You three can go down there to keep them company.
Since their family couldn't escape this time, Ethan was determined to take a few scapegoats with him, even if it meant dying.
Terrified, Liam and Layla scrambled on the ground, desperately trying to escape. The coll blade glinted ominously as Ethan brought it down toward Willum, who could barely move.
The air was filled with a foud stench as William, sli
stocked, lost control of his bladder and fainted.
Just as the krule was about to sever William's head, the sound of rapid, coordinated footsteps echoed at the entrance. The villa door was violently pushed agen
A multitude of heavily armed SWAT officers surged inside. Don't movel Everyone, raise your hands!"
The officer leading the charge fixed a cold state at the kudde in Ethan's hand, speaking in a stern voice. "Ethan, you are suspected of money laundering and are now surrounded. Drop your weapon and do not resist,
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Ethan and the three members of the Harper family were
shoved into the police car
William and Liam were completely terrified and had to be carried inside, while Layla, though appearing only slightly injured, had actually lost control of her bladder and smelled terrible.
Meanwhile, Logan and Emily stood at the security booth, waiting for the guard to pull up the surveillance footage from the underground parking
Upon learning Logan's identity, the guard quickly became deferential. 'Mr. Harrest, the cuments in the underground garage broke a couple of days ago. We reported it for maintenance, but no one has come to fix it yet...
A flicker of despair crossed Emily's eyes, and she clasped her hands together, murmuring a prayer. "God, please let Audrey come back safely."
Logan immediately instructed the guard to check the system for exit records, "Look for vehicles that came and went. See if anything seems off. She couldn't have just vanished. We need to find out who dared to abduct someone on my turf If something happens to Audrey, how will I explain it to Alistair? Logan thought anxiously,
"Who's missing"" Just as Logan finished speaking, he heard hurried footsteps approaching from behind. Someone grabbed Logan's collar, glaring furiously at him. - Recognizing the intruder, Logan's expression turned icy "Mr. Hayes, what are you doing barging into our construction site! Are you trying to steal corporate secrets?" Dommic tightened his grip on Logan, his face dark with anger as he pressed for auswers. Has something happened to Audrey?"
Logan shoved him away with force and replied coldly, "That's none of your business
Dominic clenched his jaw, his demeanor menacing, radiating an aura of menace. Tm her fiance. If anything has happened to her, I won't let you off the book."
Logan let out a derisive snort, straightening his collar as he mockingly retorted. "What makes you think you can threaten met What gives you the right to speak to me like this?" Taken aback, Dominic quickly recovered, his voice hardening. "Everyone in Riverdale knows Audrey is my woman. Logan's smile turned even more contemptuous "Hey... A worthless bastard like you really tries to elevate himself. "You." Dominic's anger made his chest heave. He turned to Emily, seeking clarity, "Emily, what exactly happened? Emily hesitated, casting a doubtful glance at Dominic, unsure whether to trust this scoundrel who had betrayed Audrey.
Seeing that Dominic wouldn't back down, Logan coldly interjected, "You don't need to concern yourself with Audrey, Mr. Hayes. My people will find her soon enough?
"You should go home and keep your delicate mistress company instead. With that, Logan smirked provocatively, clearly intending to provoke Dominic further.
Dominic exploded with rage at Logan's familiar tone, his expression darkening dangerously. "What's your relationship with Audrey? Why do you think you have any business interfering in her matters?" "That's none of your concern Logan shrugged, grinning nonchalantly.
Dominic furrowed his brow, recalling Eliza mentioning that people from Brightview Group were supporting Audrey.
He remembered how,
the recent anniversary celebration, Audrey had been treated as an honored guest by Brightview Group, receiving great
Dominic wondered. Could it be that everything is orchestrated by Logun? Why would be do that!
"A man suddenly helping a young and beautiful woman without a reason... Either he has ulterior motives, or their relationship is not ordinary. Could it be that Audrey's husband is Logan?* Dominic couldn't fathom how he fell short compared to Logan.
"Why would she choose this notorious playboy over mel Dominic pondered, fnistrated.