Chapter 163. Torn Between Two Worlds
Claire watches Ethan in silence, her expression unreadable. Knowing that his punishment won't solve their current predicament, she resorts to acting fast to salvage the situation.
“Stop this nonsense, Ethan!” She cries, her voice cutting through the tension in the room like a knife. “We don't have time for theatrics. We need to come up with a plan to fix the mess you made.”
Ethan looks up at her with guilty eyes. “I know I messed up. B-but I-I'll do anything to make it right,” he stammers.
Claire takes a deep breath, trying to hush the storm raging inside her. “We are in deep trouble right now, but we can't afford to lose composure. Do you understand?”
“Of course, ma’am.”
“Good. But first, we need to figure out how to deal with Faux. That bitch wants us to withdraw from the fight and lose our money too.” Pacing around, her arms go akimbo.
“She must have requested a thorough investigation with the police chieftains and threatene
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