The crowd that had been arrogant just moments ago froze instantly.Behind every single one of them, cold, black gun barrels pressed against the backs of their heads.The butler, William, strode forward, helped me to my feet, and bowed respectfully.“Mr. Max, according to family rules, those who offend you are to be punished by whipping.“Considering they caused you harm, their compensation should be doubled.”I nodded.The guests panicked, trying to scatter in all directions.I shot William a look. He understood immediately and raised his voice.“No one leaves. Let this serve as a reminder of what happens when you offend the Millers of Jinmist City.”The suited guards pulled out their whips crafted from oxtail bone fused with iron beads.With a unified swing, the entire wedding venue filled with the agonized screams of Daniel and Olivia.Even on the brink of collapse, Daniel was still cursing me.“Max, hiring all these people to put on a show must’ve cost you a fortune. Eve
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