Chapter 54

Gordon grew impatient as Mona hesitated to make a choice. Finally, he decided to take matters into his own hands. With a swift motion, he pushed her onto the bed. Caught off guard, Moha stumbled and fell onto the soft surface, and before she could react, Gordon leaned over her. In that moment, fear gripped her heart.

All she could think about was Maxwell.

Gordon's eyes sparkled with a mix of excitement and dominance. "It's still me taking the lead this time. Next time, you'll be the one in charge."

As his words hung in the air, he focused on her enticing lips, leaning in for a kiss. Mona instinctively turned her head away. trying to avoid his advance.

Her rejection ignited a spark of anger in Gordon. Just moments ago, she had seemed eager, but now she was avoiding his touch. Realizing that everything she had said was a lie, his frustration boiled over.

In a sudden outburst, he slapped her across the face, then grabbed a handful of her hair, growling. You ungrateful little brat! You should consider it a privilege that I even look at you. How dare you deceive me? I'll make sure you learn your lesson today!"

Mona felt a sharp pain and tears streamed down her cheeks, a mix of hurt and indignation. Just as Gordon's lips were about to descend on her neck, she seized her phone and swung it hard against the back of his head. With all her strength, she aimed for a decisive blow, fearing that if she didn't incapacitate him, she would be the one in trouble.

The impact caught Gordon off guard; he collapsed onto her, stunned.

Mona took several deep breaths, panic rising within her. She hadn't wanted to resort to violence, but if she accidentally caused him serious harm, what would she do then?

But there was no choice-he had threatened her, and she was only defending herself.

As she attempted to push Gordon off her, her hand brushed against his head, feeling the warm, sticky blood trickling down his neck and onto her palm.

true fear washed over her. It reminded her of the

managed to shove Gordon away and sat up quickly. The sight of blood streaming from his head sent her heart racing. What if she had really killed him? Just then, her phone rang,

glanced at her phone and saw that Maxwell was calling. Her hands trembled as she answered,

have killed him. He's bleeding a lot, she stammered, her

the factory, Are you inside?" Maxwell's tone was

waiting for you,' she

her mind, Maxwell was invincible. With him around, she felt a sense of security that she desperately

bed, as if putting distance between herself

could hear the sound of a door creaking open. Relief washed over her; Maxwell had arrived. When he stepped into the room, he didn't see her at first. He moved deeper inside until he found her huddled in the corner 08-20 Wed,

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was tangled, and tears stained her cheeks. The sight struck him deeply. Without hesitation, he rushed to her side and enveloped her in his arms. It's okay, Mona.

voice was gentle, soothing, like a parent comforting

Mona felt as if she had found a lifeline in a turbulent sea. She clung tightly to

to be had and debts yet to be repaid. The thought of ending up in prison now felt like the cruelest twist of

Maxwell's expression hardened as he glanced at Gordon, who lay motionless on the bed. A surge of anger coursed through him. He had no intention of harming Mona, yet here was Gordon, threatening her safety. It seemed that all his earlier threats had been in vain. He gestured to Nigel, who had followed him in. "Check if

checked for a pulse. He turned back to Maxwell

know until he wakes up."

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