Chapter 558: The realization slammed into him like a hammer, rage and devastation intertwining into something unbearable. His chest tightened, his vision blurred, and for a moment, the world around him swayed.
His knees nearly buckled, but through the fury and heartbreak, a single thought anchored him. At least Alex was safe.
Noah had left him in charge of the Howe family affairs, which meant he wouldn't destroy their family outright.
There was still a sliver of hope.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtA bitter relief washed over Terrance.
"Noah! Are you out of your fucking mind?" Elbert's voice shattered the silence, raw with rage and desperation. "Touch me, and you'll regret it! Do you have any idea who you're messing with? I'm Elbert Perry-the head of the Perry family!" Noah cast a cold glance at Elbert, his eyes filled with disdain as though he were observing a worm squirming on a hook.
Without uttering a word, Noah merely tilted his head slightly, signaling to Samuel beside him.
Samuel immediately understood, his expression stoic as he approached Elbert. He grabbed Elbert by the collar and hoisted him as though he were lifting a lightweight object.
"Let go of me! Let go of me! You bastards! I'm calling the police! I'll sue you!" Elbert shouted, struggling desperately and flailing his legs in an attempt to escape Samuel's grasp. He had clearly underestimated Samuel. Samuel, Noah's long-ttrusted aide, had faced numerous challenging situations over the years.
He let out a cold chuckle and then forcefully pushed Elbert to the floor. “Bang!" A dull thud echoed as Elbert's body hit the floor, accompanied by a painful wail. "Ah!" Unyielding, Samuel began to kick Elbert.
Find the best stories now at galnovs"This is for your disrespect.
This is for not recognizing your place.
This is for crossing Mr. Wall." Each kick was delivered with chilling precision, Samuel's voice icy and laced with menace.
The room resounded with the sounds of Elbert's cries and Samuel's relentless admonishment, creating a grim atmosphere.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAliza, witnessing the sudden violence, was frozen in shock, her eyes wide and hands clasped over her mouth, too terrified to utter a sound.
Noah then turned his menacing gaze toward Aliza.
Feeling a cold terror wash over her, Aliza instinctively retreated, her only thought to flee this frightening scene. Noah's eyes bore a deadly seriousness.
It was no mere threat; his intent to harm was palpable.
Aliza was certain that any sudden movement on her part might prompt Noah to act on his lethal intentions.
"Mr. Wall..." Aliza stammered, her voice quivering, tears welling up in her eyes. "Please...
know I to spare me... I don't anything... I haven't done anything..."
Noah remained silent, his gaze icy and unforgiving. His silence was more daunting than any verbal threat. Aliza's mental defenses shattered. She collapsed to her knees, her sobs uncontrollable.