Chapter 459:

Inside the car, the air conditioning created a comfortable environment, yet Edgar couldn’t shake off a chill. Jake seemed to be taking a moment of respite, his eyes closed and fingers massaging his temples, his expression one of clear impatience.

“Mr. Reeves,” Edgar stammered, the nerves evident in his voice. “You don’t need to worry about Miss Watts. Our team has her under control.”

Upon hearing this, Jake opened his eyes and let out a chuckle. “You actually believe what you just said?”

Edgar fell silent, unable to respond. He had recognized Anna’s competence long ago. Not even the genuine Mr. Jack could tame her.

Jake’s brow furrowed as he observed Jenny on the pavement. Despite her frightened state, she managed to lift her head and study him, a sign she might not be severely hurt.

Could she be a con artist? Yet her appearance didn’t suggest she was in need of money. Leaning close, Edgar murmured to Jake, “Mr. Reeves, should I take her to the hospital?”

Obligingly, Edgar stepped out of the car, holding an umbrella

soaked pavement lay Jenny, looking delicate and vulnerable. Rain streamed down her face, distorting

noticed was a pair of pricey, tailored men’s shoes. Raising her gaze, Jenny saw a handsome man with a tall, strong figure, donning a mask. Yet, the mask didn’t detract from his allure; it somehow enhanced it. Jenny’s heart kicked into overdrive. She knew

to lift her head and study him, a sign she might not be severely hurt. Could she be a con artist? Yet her appearance didn’t suggest she

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with Jenny’s. His voice was cold as he said, “Be honest with

exposed. She slowly rose from the ground, fighting dizziness. “I’m sorry, sir. I felt unwell and passed out.

slip away. She walked up to Jake, looking like she was on the verge of tears. “There’s more to it. I’ve been tormented by a cruel person, and I’m desperate. You seem strong, and I figured perhaps

his tone growing even colder. “Do I

not to give up. “The person who tormented me wields so much power. I stand no chance against her. Feel free to look into me. In Halstead, I’m quite well-known, and I have a network of children who

face her, his expression one of

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