Chapter 46

As Zach strolled off, Madelyn remained rooted in place before the bus stop sign. Clad in her Ventrocloud High School uniform, she proudly sported the emblem of a knight on a horse shooting an arrow, emblazoned across her chest.

Standing amidst the bustling street, anyone observant enough could easily identify her as a student of Ventrocloud High School. Coupled with her remarkable beauty, it was inevitable to avoid drawing the attention of unsavory characters.

At that moment, three thugs approached. It was still the year 2000, and surveillance cameras. weren’t yet widespread in Venturia’s streets. In fact, the technology of that time paled in comparison to what we have today. So, if anything were to happen, it would be challenging to find evidence. Even if the culprits managed to escape and hide, tracking them down would be truly arduous.

Seeing the three thugs getting closer, Madelyn lowered her head, hoping they wouldn’t come any closer. However, unfortunate circumstances sometimes strike regardless of the day.

“Hey there, beautiful, where are you headed? Need a ride?” one of the thugs jeered.

you were a Ventrocloud High School student. I’ve heard that the kids who go there are

with no means. of escape. Onlookers simply turned a blind eye,

took a few cautious steps backward, her trembling hands reaching into her backpack. She retrieved a black purse, but before she could even open it, one of the thugs snatched it from her

a student ID in here too,” remarked another thug, holding up the card. Hist expression subtly shifted

School lets out so early. How about you join us for some fun?” His

the street, Jasmine leaned against the car window, her hand resting on her forehead as she calmly observed the unfolding scene. “Darling, aren’t you going to rescue her? Or perhaps it’s better if you don’t. That way, our little affair won’t be exposed,” she murmured, leaning in closer and linking her

own safety?” Zach’s eyes grew cold, his demeanor

chillingly intense.

wearing a smile filled with affection. Her red manicured hand glided across his solid chest as she spoke. “Well, then! Let’s face death together, like Romeo and Juliet. It wouldn’t be so

grasped her hand on his chest, pushing her away with impatience. “Do you truly believe Hayson wouldn’t uncover your infidelity? Jasmine, be careful not to push the limits. too far, or you

possibly do, even if I push it too far? I have you. You’ll protect me, won’t you,

you think he’d want you dead or me? I am a businessman motivated solely by self-interest. Don’t attempt to test your significance in my heart.” He reached out and pinched Jasmine’s cheek, a smug smirk

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