The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 169 Chapter 169

The teacup shattered against the back of Hendrix's head, and blood began to seep through his hair, trickling down

his neck.

Ophelia froze in place while Grant rushed forward. "Mr. Freeman, are you alright? This- " Before he could finish, Hendrix raised a hand, blocking Grant from checking on his injury.

He then pulled out a handkerchief and wiped the blood off his neck. Once that was done, he turned to Beatrice and asked in a cold, emotionless voice, "What's his name?"

Beatrice visibly trembled at the question before looking at him in disbelief.

Hendrix simply stood there, meeting her gaze, as if patiently waiting for her answer. After a moment, when it became clear she wasn't going to respond, he simply nodded and pulled out his phone to have someone investigate the matter.

his intentions the moment he took out his phone. Without hesitation, she grabbed his hand to stop him.

just have someone look into it myself,"

you found out?" She

how could you be in a relationship with another man? Dad isn't around anymore, and

but to Beatrice, it sounded more like ruthlessness. She knew what he really cared about-and it definitely wasn't Ophelia's

he really cared about was the company shares

made Beatrice break out in a cold sweat

"Grandma, why don't you head up first? I'll have a proper discussion with Mom. about this. Don't worry. I promise I'll handle

Hendrix-at the blood on his head- she

the other household staff in the living room quietly withdrew as well, leaving only Hendrix

folded the bloodstained handkerchief and tucked it

decision? Are you going to end