The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 549 Let Us See Who Tires Out First

Cedrick swiftly swung open the basement door when he heard the excruciating scream.

As the lights flickered on, he was met with a scene of chaos and destruction.

The tools intended for Gwendolyn’s release lay shattered, a result of her uncontrollable frenzy.

At that moment, she resembled a wild creature, fierce and untamed.

Amidst the disarray, Cedrick’s primary concern was Gwendolyn’s well–being.

He carefully scanned her body, relieved to find no visible wounds or traces of blood. However, her piercing red eyes remained fixed upon him, unwavering and intense, as if she regarded him as her target.

“Gwenny?” Cedrick called out, but his words were met with silence.

It was clear that she had yet to break free from her maniac state.

In that instant, Cedrick comprehended Gwendolyn’s motives. She had deliberately lured him into opening the door by emitting an unfamiliar sound.

Despite Gwendolyn’s loss of consciousness, her instincts remained sharp.

Cedrick stood his ground, maintaining a safe distance, waiting for her to dismantle the sandbags and launch herself toward him.

Within two minutes, the final sandbag was reduced to tatters, leaving a trail of scattered sand in its wake.

Gwendolyn, resembling a terrifying apparition, launched herself at Cedrick with astonishing speed.

A resounding slap whizzed through the air.

Cedrick’s quick reflexes enabled him to seize her wrist, deftly avoiding the blow.

The duo engaged in a fierce confrontation in the basement.

In the past, they had avoided physical confrontations in the bedroom as Cedrick was concerned that Gwendolyn might inadvertently damage something or injure herself amid the turmoil.

However, the altered basement was stripped of any sharp objects. Hence, Cedrick could carefully plan his movements to ensure Gwendolyn’s safety.

battle, and we

Gwendolyn’s singular target

no viable escape, Cedrick refused to allow himself to be a mere punching

physical confrontation. He had to find a way to engage in

honed by her background in martial arts. Her attacks were precise, targeting vulnerable areas with relentless

found himself in a precarious position, having to withstand her onslaught while avoiding causing her harm. With unwavering focus, he

the discrepancy in physical stamina. between a man and a

a controlled counterattack without causing lasting harm.

minutes later, the malicious intent that had fueled Gwendolyn’s earlier attacks began to

and

their fierce altercation, the duo was drenched

Gwendolyn to the bedroom and helped her clean up with a shower before they headed

events had caused them to arrive at the lab

days, disrupting his sleep schedule. He felt exceptionally tired tonight. Despite his exhaustion, he managed to administer the necessary IV treatment

had finished the infusion, Cedrick took her

was six in the morning, and the sky had slowly

slept a wink, fought against the weariness and carried Gwendolyn to

undisturbed by the passing hours.

stirred awake at three in the

slumber, and as she shifted, she caught sight of

his skin flawless, and even in his slumber, he exuded

handsomeness.

touch, she traced her dainty

his eyes, and the first thing he did was pull Gwendolyn closer, showering her with an

but giggle as his kisses tickled her. She placed her hand on his face and gently pushed him away.

around. How did last night go?” she asked,

proceeded to explain every intricate detail of

attempt to confine Gwendolyn in the basement and let other

had failed.

silent as both of them contemplated the situation at

why don’t we sleep in the basement tonight? We’ll remove any obstacles or potential dangers. You can fight me to exhaust my

also leave

to help, Gwendolyn shower, constantly hold her in his arms, and accompany her to the

last night had visibly drained his energy, leaving him exhausted.