The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 182

It was too late. I had passed my phone to Edward.

Sally leaned in, curiosity etched on her face.

Edward’s expression darkened.

Sally’s shock deepened, and she turned to her daughter, stammering, “You… What did you… What have both of you

“Explain this right now, Edith Kennedy!” Edward bellowed at his sister. “What the hell happened last night?!”

“I–I…” Edith stammered, tears streaming down her face.

Edward had lost it. He stormed toward her, shoving the screen in her face. “Don’t look away! You were the one who drugged her! You lied! You fucking lied to everyone!”

“I didn’t! I didn’t lie!” Edith wailed. “I didn’t say it was her You’re the one who thought so! Don’t blame me!”

She turned to me, her fury intensifying. “What the hell is wrong with you, bitch?! I’ve already been punished in the most painful way possible, so why are you doing this?! you want me to kill myself, don’t you?!”

who forced me to make a statement. If I didn’t explain myself, he’d call the cops on me! And he’s the one who wanted

change the subject, Edith Kennedy!” Edward

was unshakable. “Why?! Why did you do this?! This

to use this to threaten him.

watched Edith’s tears with a pained expression and pulled Edward aside. “Damn it, Ed. Lower your voice. She’s been through enough!

family anymore!” Edith sobbed harder, knowing Sally was on her side. “He doesn’t

didn’t

You can protect her all you want. You can sympathize

victim!” Sally retorted.

rapists should be in prison, but she will

once, Edward understood right

for drugging

you make it sound like the worst sin in the world!” Sally spat. “It was hardly drugging. It was

I was stunned.

and Edith were so messed up in their heads.

him. He had lived a life of comfort

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