A Healer’s Journey

Chapter 7 Enemy At The Door

I hear your sister has matured into quite the woman, so I will have her keep me company for three to five days.” He then tossed the agreement onto the table in front of Finnegan as he continued, “If you agree to all the terms, I will consider sparing you and your family. Otherwise… Well, you know what’ll happen…” Finnegan was clenching his fists so tightly in anger that his knuckles made cracking noises. Had it not been for Quiana holding him back, he would’ve rushed forward and killed Killian in one punch. However, Killian was unaware of his capabilities and simply mistook his behavior as a sign of helplessness. “Hurry up and make a choice, Finnegan. If you don’t, I’ll do something far worse than what I did five years ago!” “I will go to war with you if you so much as lay a finger on Finnegan, Killian!” Bernice shouted as she came in with her b*dyguards. She had come to bring Finnegan some herbs when she saw what was going on. Naturally, she didn’t take too kindly to seeing Killian, who nearly forced himself on her five years ago. “Bernice? When did you wake up?” Killian was surprised. He had asked some of the doctors who treated Bernice about her condition, and they had all told him that she would not regain consciousness ever again. That was why he decided to drop by Finnegan’s house in person when he heard that Finnegan had returned. Otherwise, Bernice would have just gotten rid of Python and the others the way she did twice in the past. “I’m glad to see that you’re all better now, Ms. Zimmerman!” Quiana said happily. The icy-cold look on Bernice’s face was replaced by a sweet smile as she walked up to Quiana and held her hand. “I was able to regain consciousness because Finnegan treated me, Mrs. Larkin.” She then blushed slightly as she looked at Finnegan and said, “Thanks for saving my life twice.” “What? Finny treated you? Is that true, Finny?” Quiana asked in shock. Finnegan was a little stunned by how beautiful Bernice looked in that white dress of hers. “Yeah. She has been helping our family out over the past few years, so I went to pay her a visit last night and ended up treating her.” Bernice’s face got even redder when she recalled the treatment process. Not wanting to dwell on her embarra*sing thoughts, she spun around and looked daggers at Killian. “Well? What are you still standing around for, Killian? Do you want my b*dyguard to throw you out instead?” Killian knew that he wouldn’t be able to hurt Finnegan at that point, but his ego and pride refused to let him back down without a fight. “You can’t protect him forever, Bernice. I suggest you have him comply with my terms instead.” “I wouldn’t let Finnegan accept those terms even if he wanted to, so go ahead and do whatever it is you’re going to do! I’ll shield Finnegan from it all!” Bernice replied. Finnegan couldn’t help but be impressed when he saw a gentle girl like Bernice show such a strong and authoritative side. However, being protected by a girl left him feeling a little awkward. “Is that so? Very well, then!” Killian said with a sneer and prepared to leave with his b*dyguard. “Hold it right there!” Finnegan shouted. Since Killian had shown up at his house, Finnegan wasn’t about to let him walk away that easily. “Oh? What’s this? Do you think you can pick a fight with me now that you have Bernice here to help you out?” Killian asked with a mocking smile. “Killian, I will give you one chance to make it out of here alive.” Killian paused for a moment to ensure he heard Finnegan right before he burst out laughing. “Are you kidding me, Finnegan? That’s my line! But go on. I could use a good laugh!” Finnegan ignored his taunt and continued coldly, “You will kneel in front of our house for three days and three nights as an act of repentance. After that, you will have all four of your limbs broken, and the Chomsky family will donate two billion to charity. If you agree to all of these terms, I will spare your life and leave your family alone. You have fifteen days to make up your mind.” Bernice frowned in disapproval as she felt Finnegan’s threat would only cause Killian to get even bolder. Sure enough, Killian burst out laughing again when he heard that. “You know what? I changed my mind. I want you to kneel in front of me for three days and three nights, have four of your limbs broken, and agree to relocate without compensation! Otherwise, I will destroy your family! Not