Chapter 16

“What the hell? Why did he bring so many people?” Chris gulped, feeling faint for some reason. Weren’t they supposed to fight one-on-one? Edward had disrespected the rules of a fair fight by involving a gang. Though Chris was cursing in his heart, he had no choice but to face them head-on. No matter what, he couldn’t lose face in front of Dahlia.

“That’s them. Surround them!” With a wave of his hand, the bodyguards led by Edward dashed forward at once, surrounding Chris, Dahlia, and Lyra.

“What are you doing? I’m warning you, don’t you dare touch me. My father is David Nolan, the president of Nolan Pharmaceuticals!” Sensing that he was at a

disadvantage, Chris hurriedly threatened them with his father’s status.

“So what?” one of the bodyguards yelled. “Do you know who you’ve messed with? He is Sir Spanner’s son, the heir of Drey Group!”

His words caused an uproar among the crowd. 2

“Sir Spanner? Is he talking about Trevor Spanner, King of the Underworld from East City?”

“It must be him!”

“Poor guy. I can’t believe he messed with Sir Spanner’s son. Looks like he’s doomed.”

Everyone started whispering to one another, expressing their fear.

“You… you guys work for Sir Spanner?” Chris stammered out of intimidation.

those who wronged him. Under his command were hundreds of subordinates specialized in blackmail and other

worse than death.

made a huge blunder this

were confident. Are you scared now?” Edward closed in on Chris, his eyes filled with

Chris forced a smile,

his face marked with red fingerprints. Suppressing his exasperation, Chris bit the

with Sir Spanner. Could you let this slide for once? I’ll make

up to you.”

that.” Edward forcefully poked Chris on the forehead with his index finger.

“Hey, you bunch of thugs! Do you

Chris aside, Edward headed in Dahlia and

an

Harmon family’s territory. Don’t you dare cross the line!” Lyra

sternly. 2

Harmon family?” Edward scoffed and said, “Besides, you guys were the ones who started

are you spouting?” Lyra started

you’ve not understood the situation. Let my men knock some sense into you if that’s the case!” Edward gestured

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suddenly interrupted with a cold voice. “This has nothing to do with her. Let her

I’ll let her off the hook, but in return, you have to sleep with me tonight. If you manage to satisfy me, I’ll pretend that none

slap him, but Edward

dare you hit me again? Boys, tie her

Several bodyguards complied and immediately

go of her, you thugs!” Just as Lyra was about to rescue Dahlia,

Chagh

to

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