LOGINAt once, the entire Hale family fell silent.Charlie's expression shifted. He hadn't expected Jackson to corner him like this, and for a moment, he seemed unable to respond.Even Jonah was stunned. He shot to his feet and stared at his father. "Dad! Where exactly is Jessica?"Although Jackson was advanced in age, a sharp light flashed in his cloudy eyes as he fixed Charlie with a piercing stare. He gave Charlie no chance to recover and pressed him relentlessly, "What exactly are you trying to hide?"When he saw that his father still refused to speak, Jonah's tone changed. "Dad, hurry up and tell us. Jessica, she..."He didn't dare finish the sentence. Panic was written all over his face.Charlie looked around the room. When he saw that nearly everyone was staring at him, he slowly let out a breath. "Jessica... is missing."His voice wasn't loud, but everyone heard it clearly.Jackson's eyes widened as he shouted, "What did you say?"Dominic's right hand had been resting on the
Dominic had believed that, with the woman's guarantee, Charlie would honor his promise once Carter was released. A sharp glint flashed across Dominic's eyes."Looks like blood has to be spilled today..." As he spoke, he strode toward the middle-aged man.The man's expression turned grim as he drew a deep breath and assumed a fighting stance.Dominic stepped forward and threw a simple, straightforward punch. The middle-aged man crossed his arms to block it.The next second, the sound of breaking bones echoed through the room. The middle-aged man screamed as the force of the blow launched him more than 10 feet through the air. He slammed hard into the wall.Everyone froze in shock."Impossible!"The middle-aged man's expression changed dramatically. As he looked into Dominic's cold eyes, a chill ran down his spine. He struggled to his feet, but Dominic was already closing in.Charlie had never imagined that Dominic could defeat his elite bodyguard with a single punch. He snarled,
Dominic was actually quite easygoing. In some respects, he wasn't particularly violent at all. He could even be considered a genuinely decent man. At present, however, an unfathomable madness burned in his eyes, sending a chill through everyone present.Charlie trembled with rage. "How dare you! You're completely insane! Do you have a death wish?"Never in his life had anyone dared to act so arrogantly in front of him, so utterly without regard for rules or consequences.Dominic's fingers slowly tightened, and a faint smile spread across his lips.At such a critical moment, he was actually smiling. Only his eyes remained cold, as if carved from ancient ice."You want to know whether I dare?" Dominic's voice was quiet, yet it carried unquestionable authority. "I'll show you whether I dare. Thirty seconds left."As he spoke, Carter's face had already turned crimson. His eyes were bloodshot. His arms hung limply at his sides, completely devoid of strength. His body had begun to twit
Charlie frowned and glanced at Dominic. 'Damn it, what is wrong with this world? Does the Harris family really love adopting sons that much?'He seemed to realize Dennis hadn't come with good intentions, and his tone turned indifferent. "May I ask what business you have here, Dennis?"To Charlie, even if the Harris family acknowledged Dominic, he was still just a junior.Dominic stepped forward. "Where is Jessica?"The room fell silent.Only then did Charlie truly turn his attention to Dominic. After studying him for several seconds, he said flatly, "What do you want with Jessica?"Dominic showed no fear. "I've come to take her home.""Take her home?" Charlie seemed to find the statement absurd. The corner of his mouth twitched. "Her home is here. Exactly where do you plan to take her?"By now, anger was steadily building inside Dominic, but he forced himself to keep it under control. "I don't care where she stays. Right now, I just want to see her!"That was already a comprom
Dominic arrived on that street once again.Only now did he learn its name: Regent Street.The name suited it perfectly. The people who lived here stood at the pinnacle of Bastian's power. In ancient times, they would have been nobles, ministers, and generals.As soon as the guards outside saw the Harris jeep approaching, they straightened and raised their hands in salute."Happy Mardi Gras, General!"Accompanied by the synchronized greeting, the jeep passed through the checkpoint and entered Regent Street without obstruction.Dennis said, "Dom, the Hales live at No. 14 Regent Street. The carnival celebrations have yet to end, so the old man should still be home. Once we're inside, make sure to offer your festive greetings first."Dominic nodded silently.Jackson Hale handled matters that affected all of Bastian every day. He was one of the country's most influential figures and had devoted his entire life to serving his country. He deserved respect.Not long afterward, the jee
Suzy seemed to have met Jessica before and remembered her well. She muttered, "She's definitely not that young..."Only then did Dennis understand. Since Dominic couldn't get in, he had come here for help.Dennis immediately laughed. "Dominic, isn't it just the Hales? I'll go with you myself! Are you saying a man from the Fleming family isn't good enough for a girl from the Hales?"That was exactly what Dominic wanted to hear. He jumped to his feet at once. "Then let's go now, Dennis!""Right now?" Dennis paused for a moment. "Are you sure you're up for it?"The little troublemaker had been missing for so long that Dominic had long since run out of patience. How could he worry about feeling weak?He shook his head. "I'm fine. Getting to the Hales is what matters.""Alright then!" Dennis wasted no time and got up to make arrangements.Less than two minutes later, a green Jeep pulled up outside the courtyard.Dennis and Dominic climbed in.Just as the security officer in the dr
Caleb's eyes were bloodshot, and the butcher knife in his hand flashed as it swung wildly, a terrifying sight. "Let go of me! Let go of me!"Dominic remained calm. He seized Caleb's arm and whispered, "Sir, I'm Wendy's good friend. Listen to me. Put the knife down. Now."At the sound of his daught
Isabella said, "Kathy, take care of Lily and put her to bed."Katherine glanced at Dominic on the couch. Her eyes wavered as she spoke. "What about you…"She had already guessed what Isabella intended to do. A strange emotion swelled in her chest, leaving her unsettled. Still, she had no right to
Adam slept in the same bed as his parents.Wendy glanced at them, then turned and left the room. She locked every door and window before walking into the kitchen.She hesitated for a moment. Then she remembered how her parents had been bullied by those beasts earlier that day, and rage flooded her
The long crying and silence had left the middle-aged woman's voice hoarse. She said, "Honey… I'll go make dinner…"The man shook his head quietly and said nothing.Today marked the seventh day since their daughter's death. A photo of her rested on the coffee table. The man's eyes held only sorrow







