Never Again Yours (Isadora and Magnus)

Chapter 361

Preston gasped for air, pain radiating from where Finley had just kicked him.

"It's a misunderstanding... a complete misunderstanding," he stammered.

Finley snorted. "A misunderstanding? Then what were you doing in a hotel room you had no business being in, huh?"

Without waiting for an answer, Finley drew back his foot and slammed it into Preston's stomach with every ounce of strength he had.

Preston's slightly pudgy belly caved in under the blow, and he rolled across the floor, writhing in agony. His face turned a sickly shade of blue, and sweat poured down his forehead in thick, glistening drops.

The women nearby shrank back in terror, their faces drained of color.

The door to the private lounge had been left open, and the commotion quickly drew a crowd. Guests gathered in the hallway, eager for a glimpse of the spectacle.

Doris, the beloved daughter of the owner of The Gilded Lily-one of Capitolion's most exclusive clubs-heard the uproar and hurried over, anxiety etched on her face. This was a place frequented by the city's elite: old-money magnates, corporate powerhouses, and people who valued discretion above all. If the fight escalated, it could tarnish the club's reputation. And then what would become of their business?

gaze immediately found Victor, standing tall and aloof, watching the chaos unfold with icy detachment. Maybe,

there must be some misunderstanding

Doris as the woman who'd poured Victor a drink the last

her way, his voice devoid of warmth. "Who said you could weigh

hung on her every word. She shot Isadora a venomous look, as if blaming her for

out his hand and stepped

was cold as steel. "Lesson

Finley nodded. "Yeah."

boot firmly on Preston's head asdf crushing something worthless, and spoke in a low, chilling voice. I'm a fair man. Anyone who wrongs

of Victor looming over him. His face

out, "She... she's your ex. She said

of the ex-girlfriend, Magnus shot a sharp look at Isadora,

He pressed his foot down harder, the sharp toe of his Italian shoe digging dangerously close to Preston's