Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 252

Kenzo stepped out of the ward room, catching sight of William and Ryan standing not too far off, deeply engrossed in a conversation. When they noticed him, smiles stretched across their faces.

“Kenzo, what did the old man talk to you about?”

Kenzo offered a small grin. “Just some trivial matters, nothing to fret over. Guys, I’ve got to run, so I’ll be off.” With a polite nod, he turned and made his way toward the staircase.

William and Ryan exchanged a glance, unsure of what Michael was really thinking.

Meanwhile, Victoria was seated to the side, brow furrowed as she texted furiously on her phone.

Ryan knew exactly who she was in touch with and couldn’t help but scoff. “After all these years, Everett’s still treating you like that. Your brother’s passed out and he can’t even be bothered to show up.”

Victoria’s expression turned somewhat unpleasant. Everett had always been a sore point for her, and no one was allowed to bring him up.

“Ryan,” she retorted sharply, “Everett’s swamped at work. As for Spencer, doesn’t he work at Dorsey International? Why isn’t he here checking on his own family?”

Mentioning Spencer brought to Ryan’s mind the kidnapping video. He had people track Spencer’s phone to Beaconsfield, but the exact location remained elusive. The kidnappers had only sent a video and hadn’t yet made their demands.

come to him. Yet, he also couldn’t let himself be too vulnerable. Other

a red handprint on Spencer’s cheek, another a dagger gleaming ominously. The

out the door, only to be stopped by Michael emerging from the room.

entered the room, leaving Victoria awkwardly standing in

she was waiting for someone, and let out a curt huff. Victoria tried to mask her unease, and quickly offered an excuse. “Dad, Everett’s

for your constant protection, he wouldn’t have lasted this long. Victoria, you should learn from Max. It’s only when you let go of your emotions that you can stand firm.”

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side, clenched tightly, and

Max had already propped himself up, though

pillow behind him and then stood

and Ryan feigned concern with a few perfunctory words: they wouldn’t mind if Max was

had your blood checked? Are you certain

foul play. The Dorsey clan was rife with infighting, and at the heart of it, the main family was a nest of vipers, constantly scheming

the minor squabbles slide, but should it escalate to a

father. “Dad, I’m fine. I just need a few days” rest. You can let my

clear warning to all present. “If I find out that someone is behind this, I will definitely not