Game Over No Second Chances

Chapter 296

Two hours later, Hugh sat in the first-floor hall, reviewing documents.

Hurried footsteps echoed from the basement hallway. The next moment, Cole was thrown to the floor in front of him.

His entire body was swollen from insect bites, his clothes soaked in cold sweat. His face was so puffy he barely looked human.

Gasping for air, he forced his eyes open and glared at Hugh with all the strength he had left.

"If he hasn't admitted his mistake, throw him back in."

With that, he resumed his work, completely indifferent.

His subordinates exchanged glances. "Mr. Hugh, Mr. Cole just admitted his mistake. His throat is probably too swollen to say much, but he did acknowledge it."

Hugh ignored them, giving a dismissive wave. "A swollen throat or his life—which one do you think matters more? Anyone who wants to live will make the right choice."

A shiver ran through them. If this continued, even a healthy man wouldn't last. Let alone Cole, who had just been stabbed by Serena.

But they didn't dare defy Hugh. They grabbed Cole, ready to take him back.

his vision blur. Was Hugh really not afraid of him

wrong! I know I was wrong! Please, don't throw me back in! I swear I'll never do anything like that again!" he shouted in desperation, his

before finally

his laptop and looked at him properly.

want to see any injuries besides the one on his leg.

orders, Hugh turned and left without another word.

quiet breath and

you weren't, you'd have been eaten alive down there, and not even

all that. Mr. Cole, just stay here and recover. In a few days, we'll send you back to kneel at the family chapel. Stop provoking Mr.

actually offering him advice. But the hatred in Cole's eyes only

...

time Hugh returned to Crestview Bay, it was

garden

had planned to head upstairs

Serena.

he noticed a small

path. A familiar voice rang out from the