“Why not?”
The waiter’s expression turned fearful as he explained, “That’s Carl’s room. He’s a shareholder in this nightclub. I can’t afford to provoke him.”
With those words, the waiter swiftly departed.
Disheartened and overwhelmed by panic, Flossie rushed out, her mind racing with urgency and worry.
She recognized the urgency of seeking aid for Benny at any cost, especially since his body had just undergone recovery, and she couldn’t bear the thought of him being harmed again.
The rain began to fall outside, further emptying the streets of both pedestrians and vehicles.
Feeling disoriented, Flossie gazed in all directions, a sense of helplessness washing over her.
In that critical moment, a black Bugatti Veyron gracefully halted at the entrance, and its back door swung open with precision.
Stepping out was a man adorned in a finely tailored suit, his shirt pressed, and a deep blue tie elegantly knotted around his collar. His stern countenance radiated dignity, authority, and an undeniable aura of power.
The driver stood beside the man, sheltering him with a black umbrella.
The onlookers couldn’t help but feel an air of intimidation from the man’s icy features, his gaze exuding a commanding presence.
Flossie perceived him as her sole savior in that moment of desperation.
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Running through the rain, she closed the distance and clasped the man’s arm, pleading, “Sir, I implore you to help me. My friend is in danger. Please, save him.”
The rain quickly soaked Flossie’s being, making it a challenge to keep her eyes open.
Despite the downpour, Flossie strained to open her eyes and meet the gaze of the man standing before her.
As their eyes locked, Edmund Hanson’s furrowed brow softened.
He stood there, momentarily frozen, as hazy memories raced through his mind.
His breath quickened with anticipation, and his hand trembled slightly at his side.
A single thought consumed his mind.
The woman before him, soaked and teary-eyed, bore a striking resemblance to his daughter.
Memories of the past came flooding back to Edmund’s mind.
Back then, he worked so hard at a very young age to compete for more power. He even did something despicable, Like abandoning his wife and daughter.
He focused all his attention on saving his life and escaping danger, so he soon forgot everything about his family.
Fortunately, he managed to survive.