Chapter 98
I stared at the syringe in Richard’s hand, my heart pounding so hard I could hear it in my ears. The strange green liquid inside glowed faintly under the emergency lights, making my stomach twist with fear. I couldn’t breathe. I couldn’t move. All I could do was stand there, frozen, as Richard held it up like a trophy. Damien stepped in front of me, his body tense, his voice low but firm. “Don’t touch her.” Richard scoffed, his eyes narrowing as he looked at Damien. “You forget your place, Damien. You work for me. You’ve always worked for me. Don’t pretend you suddenly have a spine now.” Damien’s jaw tightened, his fists clenching at his sides. “Not anymore,” he said, his voice steady despite the fear I could see in his eyes. “I’m done being your puppet. I’m done lying to everyone. This ends tonight.” Richard’s face twisted with anger. He gestured to his two massive bodyguards. “Take him.” The bodyguards moved toward Damien, their movements quick and brutal. Damien d
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