Chapter 281

After she said that, Bethany forcefully pushed open the wooden door, letting dozens of knife- wielding bodyguards storm in.

Seeing the situation, Jennifer quickly scrambled to her feet, bypassed Elijah, and hid behind the group of bodyguards to confront him.

“Eli, you’re completely obsessed with that woman! I truly love you, but you insist on choosing her over me. I’m so heartbroken. Don’t worry. Once you’re gone, I’ll make sure to torture her to death as revenge for you!”

Jennifer’s eyes reddened, a mix of anger and hatred boiling within her.

Lionel immediately stood in front of Elijah, assuming a defensive stance.

The tide had turned, and Bethany reveled in her triumph.

“Elijah, I heard you were injected with a drug that weakened your body, and you can’t even fight now. If that’s true, your little sidekick not only has to take on ten guys barehanded but also protect you. That’s quite a tough job, huh?”

Indeed, Elijah’s current condition meant he could not handle even one person in a fight. If it came to a brawl, he would likely rely on Lionel to cover him.

cabin, the atmosphere grew tense, the situation hanging by a thread.

worry about yourself! Forget about these men. Even if you bring twenty more,

Lionel, instead keeping her eyes fixed on Elijah, continuing

like the news is true. She’s really ruthless toward you. What’s the worth of protecting a woman like her? We’re family, and I would never treat you like this. I can’t bear to see you die here today, so why not cooperate with us and get rid of her together?”

of Sheena’s beautiful face, Elijah

cunning. All her sweetness and coyness are for Howard and the others, while all her anger and cruelty are reserved for me. Even so,

then, you can forget

bodyguards behind her approached Elijah

Elijah remained composed, locking eyes with Bethany as he

a sharp bird–like call. After a few seconds, wooden window was violently smashed open, startling both Bethany and Jennifer. Logan, accompanied

the

He handed Lionel a handy knife as they took their positions.

nature of gunshots led both sides to rely on knives instead of firearms. Otherwise, it

shootout.

been with him for years, experienced in real–life combat. Though fewer in number, the outcome

out brawl.

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