Resurrecting the Genius Within

Chapter 352 Torture

Finished

Jim returned the bread to its plate, sliding it aside, and rose to fetch Maria’s whip from the nearby table. With a flick of his wrist, he cracked the whip, eyeing the array of torture implements adorning the walls.

“I’m thinking about soaking your whip in saltwater and delivering a daily flogging. Of course, I’ll summon a physician afterward. I won’t allow you to die so easily.

“Give me a moment. I think an idea is coming up.” Jim circled behind Maria.

“Ah, yes. I remember now. You’ve been quite helpful in sourcing women for me, so naturally, I’ll treat you. with some respect.

Maria’s expression shifted subtly.

Returning to face her, Jim concealed the whip behind his back, leaning in with a menacing grin.

“Considering your gender, I’ll exercise some leniency. Just tell me your preferences, and I’ll ensure my selections meet your satisfaction.”

Maria’s sole desire was to obliterate the man before her.

With a sudden movement, she jerked her head back and then, with a surge of energy, delivered a forceful headbutt to Jim.

A dull thud echoed through the room.

Jim stumbled backward, feeling as though his soul teetered on the brink of escape.

His senses reeled, vision blurring, cars ringing. But as the haze cleared, he found himself facing Maria, tears of pain welling up, his forehead burning with embarrassment, teeth clenched to hold back the tears until his eyes and nose flushed crimson.

Gingerly, Jim reached to touch his reddened forehead, muttering, “Impulsive little girl.”

Maria stood her ground. “Your threats won’t intimidate me. Kill me if you will! I’m not scared of you!”

Jim countered, “There’s no need to hurry. Every instrument on these walls is reserved for you. Once we’ve exhausted those, the leopards will have their turn.”

mention of being fed to

and my family will be out

don’t see it. In Everthorn, your uncle aimed. to crase you. Were it not

pressed on, “Your kin are ruthless and devoid of compassion. They’d stab each other in the back for gain, even family. You’re the lone exception who thinks

baffle me. You’re crazy

Maria’s tear–filled eyes, halting his advance, cautious of

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twice, shame

his gaze head–on, Maria’s glare

97%.

Finished

from the floor, took Maria’s whip, and warned, “Consider yourself lucky today. But next time, things might end

headed toward Isabelle’s location but found her in the company of Melissa.

his father’s confidant

to see to the

replied calmly. There’s no need

that evening, armed with a whip. Jim returned to the underground cell where Maria was

approached the cell, he heard a–disturbance from inside.

discovered one of his father’s men aiming a gun

man’s gaze with unwavering defiance.

“Hold it!”

shoot, Jim swiftly intervened,

gave you the

countenance darkened slightly.

orders, Mr. Jim. This woman has wronged you so

You and your men, leave. You’re not to return here without my consent.” Jim

“Got it”