NovelEnglish"More importantly, Jessica spilled the oil on the stairs herself. Think about it. How could a small child likecarry such a heavy container of oil? "The security cameras were also blocked. How could a child my size climb high enough to cover them?" Zachary realized Steven's naivety bordered on foolishness. He even wondered if the company would survive long under his father's leadership.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtSuddenly, Zachary felt relieved that Steven had cut ties with him. Otherwise, debt collectors might cafter him one day, given the substantial amount of money he still possessed.
Steven stared at Zachary. "You might not have done it yourself, but couldn't you have hired someone?" Zachary didn't deny the accusations. "If that's what you believe, so be it. Now, I assJessica's baby is safe?" Steven didn't contradict him.
"You've also slapped me," Zachary said, his hearing slightly impaired from the blow. "Are you satisfied now? Can you leave?" Steven was taken aback by Zachary's calm composure. Though irritated, he couldn't deny the truth in his words. "Yes, I'm leaving," he said.
As Steven turned and left, Zachary called after him, "I've prepared a gift for you. I hope you'll like it when you receive it." Steven froze mid-step. "Don't sendanything. I'm not your father anymore." Zachary smiled. Two adults ganging up on him? If he didn't fight back Jessica would likely blhim for future incidents. He had no intention of being a perpetual victim As Steven vanished from sight, Zachary took out his phone and called the police.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe officers arrived swiftly. To prevent Portia from unnecessary worry, Zachary whispered to the officers to speak quietly out of concern for an elderly residentalSeeing his swollen face and, impressed by his maturity, they agreed.
After reviewing the security footage, they needed to take Zachary to the station. Before leaving, he called Portia.
"Grandma, Steven cby to tella classmate wants a sleepover.m We're close friends, so I'd like to stay the night. Is it okay if I don't chome?" Portia fretted, "I'm not comfortable with you being alone."
Zachary replied cheerfully, "You can ask Harry to accompany me. I'm already in Steven's car. I'll give Harry the address later. Just have him follow us." Portia relented, "All right. Steven didn't mistreat you, did he?"
Though his face still stung, Zachary didn't want to speak the truth. He m knew Portia would feel guilty. So, he said cheerfully, "Don't worry. This is my territory. He'd be asking for trouble if he dared bully me.
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