Even outnumbered, Jarrod could undoubtedly prevail.
Alecs concern over Jarrods safety was because of Nicole. From his perspective, she was akin to a lethal weapon. Regardless of Jarrods assertions about being cold to her, it hadnt been a week, and they already rang hollow.
Alec was concerned Nicole likely caused harm to Jarrod.
Tell me, Alec, how long have you served by my side? Jarrods sudden question caught Alec off guard.
Sixteen years, Mr. Schultz, Alec replied.
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Sixteen years Jarrod echoed softly.
In the blink of an eye, Jarrods gaze shifted to Alecs hand, and without warning, he swiftly raised the window, trapping it tightly.
Alec winced in agony, biting his tongue to stifle a cry of pain.
Alec knew this was Jarrods way of disciplining him for overstepping his boundaries. He had indeed violated one of Jarrods rules, and he accepted the consequences. Yet, he remained steadfast in his belief that he had done no wrong. He was a straightforward man, not one for schemes.
It wasnt until Jarrod spoke again that Alec felt a shiver down his spine.
No matter how long you have served by my side, if you ignore my orders and act on your own, even if youre capable, youre no more valuable than a rat in my eyes, Jarrods icy voice declared.
Alec felt a wave of sadness wash over him as he absorbed the rebuke.
Alec had always held Jarrod in high regard. Yet, despite his years of dedicated service, he still fell short compared to Nicole in Jarrods heart.
It was only when Alecs fingers turned purple and black, numbing to the point of losing all feeling, that Jarrod finally rolled down his car window.
Alec tried moving his numb hand with his other.
There wont be a next time, Jarrod stated coldly.
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Then, the car pulled away, leaving Alec kneeling on the ground, utterly defeated.
Alec puzzled over whether he had really erred. Nicole, that relentless woman, was fixated on driving Jarrod to his demise.
Despite losing her childs custody, her resolve remained unbroken.
Alec felt he had only intended to shield Jarrod from complications.
Why, even after everything, did Jarrods feelings for Nicole linger?
Undoubtedly, Vicki from the Hampton family was a better choice. She had shown support to the Schultz Group and was wholeheartedly devoted to Jarrod. In comparison, Nicole was utterly ineffectual.
Alec grappled with confusion and disbelief. One thing remained clear.
He would put no stops in ensuring no harm came Jarrods way. Should anyone dare to pose risks to Jarrods well-being, he wouldnt hesitate to deal with them.