An Understated Dominance

Chapter 309

“Brody!” The crowd jumped in shock and anger when Brody was sent flying by Maximus’ punch. Never had they imagined Maximus to wield such power after his core was destroyed.

“H-how dare you hit me?” Brody said spitefully, pressing against his chest, which was throbbing with excruciating pain. The audacity of someone excommunicated, a good-for-nothing to lay a finger on him!

“So what? You should thank the heavens that I didn’t take your life.” Maximus went up and took the hand of the lady in white. He soothed her affectionately, “Caitlyn, don’t you worry. I won’t let anyone bully you when I’m around. I’ll protect you even if I have to risk my life!”

“M-Max, what are you doing?” Her expression fell as she slowly stumbled away from him.

away, shall we? We can leave Balerno for a place where no one knows us. How does that sound?” He looked at

Luther’s woman now.” Caitlyn frowned at his

it. You don’t like him at all, do you? Just give me a nod, and I’ll immediately take you with me!” His

won’t!” She gave her an adamant shake

not. I will do my best to get you out of any trouble!” Maximus was

him, “Max, do you still not get it? I have never loved you

eyes

point, I’ll just tell you the truth.” She inhaled deeply and explained without much emotion, “I had only agreed to the engagement because of your status. I need someone to protect me as a defenseless woman in the martial arts field You were my best choice back

and you’d marry me! Were you lying to me all along when you made those eternal vows?” A

to you. But look at you now. You have been excommunicated and even had your powers destroyed by Luther. You’re no different than a pauper, so why do