Chapter 118. Overwhelming Power

But soon enough, Griselda, unable to suppress her laughter, chuckled heartily: "Ah, how could I forget? Such a disgraceful defeat and you expect people to never speak of it?”

The moment these words left Griselda’s lips, the fury festering within Patrick Jones could no longer be contained. His roar resonated throughout: "You dare?”

In a heartbeat, like a tempestuous whirlwind, he lunged at Griselda, hand outstretched, transforming into a tiger's claw, swiping fiercely at Griselda's delicate face. This attack, though not lethal, could scar Griselda’s visage beyond repair. A fate, for a young maiden like her, possibly worse than death.

Witnessing this terrifying scene, the color drained from Griselda's face, her eyes widened in sheer terror. Unsure if it was his speed or the menacing threat of Patrick Jones, Griselda was paralyzed, only able to stare as the impending doom closed in.

“Hmph!”

But by Griselda's side stood Benjamin, unwavering. How could he stand by