It turned out Jarrod had clenched his watch in his hand, the face against his fingers, and brought it down hard on Dereks nose.
With a single strike, blood burst from Dereks nose, and his nasal bridge was hideously contorted.
Impressively, the expensive watch was still in perfect condition.
Ouch! You lunatic! Youve lost your mind Derek gripped his nose, wailing in shock from the ruthless blow that had broken his nasal bone.
Thump! Another savage hit. Derek felt as though his cheekbone had shattered too. Jarrods cruelty was over the top!
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Now terrified, Derek trembled and begged through his bloodied face, Do you want money? I can give you Lots of money Just dont hit me Please
Jarrod scoffed. Money? Im not interested in money. Im interested
Sooo?
Whatever you want, Ill give it to you, Derek interrupted, aware that it was wise to bend in the face of adversity, pleading for mercy. He could enjoy life again once he regained his wealth. But right now, preserving his life was what mattered most.
Jarrods lips twisted into a slight smile, his tone chillingly soft.
Im only interested in your life.
Derek was left without words, almost paralyzed with fear. Jarrod had declared to be after his life, proving to be exceedingly brutal. Sir, please, Ive caused you no harm, and I barely touched that woman. I didnt even take anything from her. I just struck her a few times. You cant kill me for that.
Just hit her a few times? Jarrods eyes turned icy. She wasnt yours to touch!
Dereks heart raced with terror, and he was too frightened to make a sound. He knelt down, frantically pleading, Great man, big brother Please, show some mercy and let me go. Ill keep to myself from now on and never cause trouble again. Just let me live His head struck the muddy ground, his face blending blood and mud into a pitiful sight.
Jarrods face remained stoic, completely indifferent to Dereks begging. If he had arrived just a moment later tonight, Nicole might have been lost forever.
This mere thought sent a wave of panic crashing over Jarrod. Even his normally steady heart faltered with fear. It was this overwhelming anxiety for Nicole that sparked his bitter sarcasm, mocking her for overestimating her strength while masking his inner turmoil.
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Jarrod found his concerns for Nicole peculiar. During their courtroom battles, when Nicole presented all the evidence against him, he had resolved to detach himself from her affairs. Under similar circumstances, anyone else might have succumbed countless times.
But now, with Nicole faced with imminent danger, he couldnt suppress his panic and dread. At one point, he even feared that if Nicole were to die, his own life would lose all its meaning. This realization shocked him.
Yet, deep in his heart, Jarrod knew his feelings were genuine. He loathed his own tendency for leniency when Nicole entered the picture.
Despite his reputation for toughness, he had repeatedly given her chances, which she didnt appreciate at all.
Inside Jarrod, emotions swirled chaotically, pressing him toward destruction once more. His mental state appeared to be deteriorating.
Hallucinations took hold, transforming Dereks kneeling figure into a monstrous visage. A primitive beast materialized before Jarrod, snarling and slashing the air, seemingly eager to devour him.
Ah! Jarrod clutched his head, roaring with pain and confusion.
Derek, shocked by the sudden roar, realized there was something amiss with Jarrod. It looked as though Jarrod was on the verge of demonic possession.