Too Late, Mr. Billionaire: You Can't Afford Me by Thedora Birnir

Chapter 1564:

“Get up now!” His command echoed off the walls.

Pain flashed across Linda’s face as she screamed.

“Mr. Scott, please…” Jane’s trembling voice broke the standoff.

She hovered at the edge of the scene, hands fluttering uselessly as she witnessed the escalating confrontation with mounting horror.

“Why are you just standing there like an idiot?” Linda shrieked at her. “Run and get Ernest immediately!”

“Yes, right away!” Jane bolted from the room, her footsteps echoing down the hallway.

She had barely made it three steps before colliding with Ernest, who had been drawn by the escalating voices and was already rushing toward them.

God’s name is happening here?” Ernest demanded, striding into

Jane’s explanation unnecessary—the scene spoke volumes

with relief as she stretched her trembling hand toward him.

and disbelief colored

his fingers digging into Eric’s shoulder. “Release Linda

Eric’s head snapped up, momentary confusion breaking through

Eric’s bloodshot eyes

Ernest’s voice dropped to a dangerous

parties. He pivoted toward Linda, concern etching deep

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did…” Linda raised her hands tremulously, presenting them like evidence in a trial. The desperate struggle had left several fingernails splintered, with one ripped completely from its bed, crimson

his eyes off Linda’s injuries, Ernest barked at the