The CEO's Amazing Ex-Wife Is Back! by H. Dally

Chapter 221 Chapter 221

Kris didn't even flinch as the cold metal of the handcuffs clicked around his wrists, despite the strain that was put on his shoulder joints by how violently the officer pulled his hands back.

He felt nothing except the dull, aching void where his heart was supposed to be. He was subconsciously aware of the phones on him, but he could barely pay any of it any mind.

A minute later, the other police officer emerged from the elevator walking towards them.

"Confirmed? Is he dead?" The officer holding on to Kris's arm asked.

The other officer shook his head. "No, but it's not really looking good for him." He indicated with his chin at Kris. "Wonder if his fists are made of steel because damn. The guy is barely breathing with his broken nose and his pulse is very weak."

"You think he will make it?"

The officer shrugged. "I'm not a doctor, but I've already called the paramedics. They're on their way to get him. In the meantime, you can send this one to the station and lock him up. I'll stay behind and take statements.

at him rather aggressively. Kris was aware of his legs moving, and being shoved into the back seat of the squad car, but he couldn't really see anything otherwise.

and his wallet. And his fingerprints were taken.

satisfaction on his face. "Pray that the guy you beat up miraculously survives

left, the living room was still thick with tension. Aunt Cynthia, Susan, and Tyler were

trembling as she cried silently. Her face was streaked with tears,

thought you

rang out, sharp and

But now I see... I made

flinched at every word, her sobs quieter but still wracking

angrily, "I thought Thalassa was a slut. I thought she seduced Kris just to worm her way into this family. But you-"

insult hit Karen like a physical

with rage. She suddenly lunged at Karen, grabbing a fistful of her hair and yanking her head up. Look at us!" she shouted "Look at us while we talk to you How could you betray us like this? You brought your bastard

her head disdainfully. "I can't believe I