Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 282:

Hearing Neil’s question, Derek pursed his lips. He lacked the courage to respond, fearing Neil might criticize him for crossing someone as influential as Remy and possibly uncovering his connection to Marissa.

Noticing Derek’s hesitation, Aelfric intervened. “Don’t be scared, Derek. You are a Daniels and soon to be my brother-in-law. Who in Blebert would dare harm you? No matter who it was that attacked you, I will seek retribution for you!”

Encouraged by Aelfric’s words, Derek felt a spark of hope. He had been ready to accept that he was beaten for nothing and to bear the resentment alone, which was proving difficult. Yet Aelfric’s words thrilled him as he wanted revenge.

After wrestling with his thoughts for a while, Derek finally said, “Charles Acosta ordered his men to attack me.”

“Charles?” Aelfric frowned. “The Daniels and the Warrens usually steer clear of the underworld. Why would Charles risk assaulting you?”

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only recently rejoined the Daniels family,

Derek. What led to

and she ended up beating me right there in public. You know how skilled she is in fighting. We caused quite a scene, which

dare they!” Neil slammed the table in anger. “Even if they didn’t recognize you,

attention to Aelfric. Derek also fixed his gaze on Aelfric, both expecting him to suggest a direct confrontation

This response puzzled both Neil and Derek. Why would the deputy chief

the underworld, backs Charles. Even Connor, who leads the

doesn’t mean we fear him. We can’t just let him push us around!

ensure he understands that the deputy chief instructor of Doomsday Base won’t stand for such disrespect!” But then his tone shifted as he looked up at Neil and said, “What concerns me is who’s

“Remy has

the case. He’s supported by