The Phantom Heiress Rising From The Shadows

Once His Wife, Now His Rival 234

Chapter 234 Taking Her Hostage

Jade had badly underestimated Brenna, assuming she would be an easy target for Viper, whose combat skills were usually unrivaled.

She was confused by the situation. How could Brenna, who seemed so delicate, have been able to kill Viper?

Viper couldn't even overpower a woman? So useless!

The unexpected turn of events left Jade shocked. Her eyes, filled with intense hatred, locked onto Brenna.

As Vanland's underground networks crumbled and key distributors were arrested, Viper's role in establishing new connections had been crucial. Now, with his death, Jade found herself uncertain about the future of her

business.

Jade hissed with fury, "You'll pay for this with your life, Brenna!”

Jade gave a subtle nod, signaling two more gunmen to enter. Their weapons clicked ominously as they loaded them and aimed them at Brenna.

Ethan moved quickly, drawing his gun and pulling Jade over, the cold muzzle pressing against her head. "One move, and she's dead," he said coldly.

Jayceon and Ernst, caught off guard by the sudden escalation of the situation, stopped at the entrance, watching

the tense scene.

They then reacted immediately, raising their guns in unison, aiming them at the armed guards.

Denis found himself unarmed, regretting his lack of preparation for what was happening. He had really thought this was going to be a simple gathering.

restroom for cover. Brenna, meanwhile, positioned herself strategically behind Ethan, her firearm aimed at the

Ethan to take her hostage. He was gripping

you doing? Are you truly planning to marry this cold-

nature well, Ethan knew she cared little for the lives of her own crew.

by

ordered, "Tell your men

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of the gun against her head, tilting it. Jade stiffened, fearful of

pleaded urgently, "why choose Brenna over me? She's

at peace being with someone like her? I love you more, and I can help advance your

as cruel as her. Ethan, choose me.

up

gunshot rang out as Ethan fired a warning shot into the wall. "This

words were cold, and while he considered his escape options, his grip

torn between giving up their guns and letting Ethan take control of the yacht

closer, their weapons ready,

Ethan acted decisively and shot Jade in

of the

cry. "You really shot me?" she gasped, staring at Ethan in disbelief. "How dare you shoot

any lingering affection she had for him hardened into pure resentment. It was clear that she meant nothing

weapons," Ethan said

reluctance, the guards complied,