NovelEnglishBryson, standing tall and imposing, matched Charlie in height but outmatched him in presence.
His face, void of any emotion, now displayed a clear look of disdain.
"Didn't you hear what my friend just said? Are you looking for trouble?" His presence was intimidating, filling the air with tension.
His hands, clenched into fists, suggested that with just a bit more force, Charlie's neck could be in serious danger.
Feeling the deadly intent and the pain gripping his neck, Charlie quickly raised his hands in a gesture of peace. "Let's not make this worse.
It'd be unfortunate if you got in trouble for harmingand couldn't leave Jade Paradise.
Charlie's plea might seem like a cry for mercy, but smart folks knew he was actually throwing down a threat.
If Bryson laid a finger on him, chances were Bryson wouldn't leave Jade Paradise without a few bruises.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe problem was, Bryson was the last person who would cave to such tactics.
"Guess we'll find out," Bryson said, tightening his grip on Charlie's neck like it was no big deal.
Feeling the pressure, Charlie blurted out, “Hey! We messed up breaking in, but you don't have to get your hands dirty over it!" "Bry, he's got a point.
No need to stir up trouble," Kohen chimed in.
Charlie jumped in.
"Look, to make it right, you bosses get a free night at Jade Paradise!" "Are we broke? Do we now need you to take care of our expenses?" Kohen shot back, not amused.
It was clear Charlie was in over his head.
Even big shots had to play nice during inspections at Jade Paradise.
That was why Charlie and his team were flexing their muscles and searching the third floor.
Lorenzo and his crew walked in, trying to smooth things over with Kohen and Bryson.
"Did our folks upset you? Sorry about earlier, bosses.
Just making sure everything's safe.
Had srowdy guests downsta irs, didn't want it ruining your night.
Kohen sparked his lighter, bringing a cigarette to life, its glowing tip held between his lips as he glanced at Lorenzo with a sardonic smile.
"You're well aware of what goes down on the third floor of Jade Paradise.
Now that you've had your nosy look around up there, who's to say what surveillance we'll be under in the future? Will we even risk coming back?" Only the big shots got access to the third floor, a fact not lost on Lorenzo.
He couldn't afford to rub them the wrong way, especially after seeing who had Charlie in a bind.
His face drained of color, the realization hitting him like a ton of bricks.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHe scrambled to make amends with Kohen.
"We underestimated you.
Please, give us another chance, bosses.
It won't happen again!" Kohen tapped the ash from his cigarette, then turned to Bryson.
"Bry, the Jade Paradise boss, he's got spull withtoo.
Let's just let it slide for now.
"
Feeling the pressure ease against the door, Charlie seized the chance and cautiously backed away, joining Lorenzo's side.
With the tension diffused, Lorenzo offered apologies and made aswift exit with Charlie's crew. Outside, Lorenzo's expression darkened as he faced Charlie.
"Who gave you permission to bring Doy people to the third floor? Do you even realize who they are? Sof them are so powerful that not even the boss wants to mess with them. Yet, here you are, barging in like you own the place!"
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