Chapter 522

Matthew tried to put on a brave face, but his legs under the table were trembling uncontrollably

Cedric was visibly shaken by the steely gaze directed his way, his lips sealed shut as if by an invisible force.

Evadne and Thaddeus were utterly stunned, frozen in place as the gravity of the situation set in.

My God, that intense protective instinct!

No one knew the depths of her big brother’s nature better than Evadne. Aloof and detached from worldly desires, in plain English, he was pretty much robotic

Aside from family and his long–time confidant Jason, he never spared a second thought for anyone else.

And yet, here he was, displaying an extraordinary level of concern for Chasel. It was utterly unfathomable.

Just then, Evadne caught Chasel gazing at her big brother with eyes brimming with tenderness, a vision so saccharine that it could weave threads through the air.

Wait a second.

Why was the vibe here so flirty?

Why did these two look like they’re actually hitting it off?

any further, Cedric spoke up again, his voice dripping with malice. “President Ashbourne, even if we reassess it, some harm’s been done. According to the laws of our country,

with such venom that it was

this dog–eat–dog world, he was consumed by bone–deep greed and had twisted into a devil bereft

“Matthew

to speak to the man in charge, “Jason never laid a finger on anyone, although he might’ve wanted to. The guy who beat Byron to a pulp was me, and Ive

he turned to Chasel with a softened tone, “Chasel, play the video, please.”

out her phone, playing a video that filled the silent office with Byron’s cries of agony. The footage clearly showed that Cassius delivered punch after punishing punch, transforming

mess

a chilling smile creeping across his face like a dashing demon of the night

pale as ghosts, because their malicious plans were shattered by

how could you? Evadne gasped, covering her mouth in shock and leaning

warm hand as he watched Cassius with complex emotions. He knew his foresight, from

release our man now? Cassius asked, his smile still

then turned to Matthew desperately.

man, of which I’ve already informed Minister Prescott. He’s fuming, and I’d wager your career just

blanched, and without another word, he rushed out to release the wrongfully

know you don’t until you

I won’t w

waste my breath. Mr.

Gordon stepped

Gordon fit the part so well that one could easily mistake him for the

gave Gordon a nod, and the latter handed a portfolio to Matthew.

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