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Billionaire Is 153 Chapter 153 Walking Straight Into The Trap Chapter 153 Walking Straight Into The Trap +5 Free Coins Anthony delivered the two slaps without hesitation or mercy. It wasn't a performance. It was clear that Anthony held a deep respect for Carter.

Everyone knew Carter was formidable abroad, but few understood the extent of his influence.

Perhaps Anthony had witnessed it firsthand, which explained his reverence.

On the other hand, Ashley had been expecting support. Despite being the less favored son, the Hudsons were known to defend their own. He'd assumed his father would back him. However, he was wrong about it.

"You disgraceful brat! Mrs. Bolton is far beyond your reach. Apologize immediately! Anthony's voice was cold and unforgiving The slaps made Ahsley dizzy. Yet, seeing his father's fury, he had no choice but to crawl to my feet.

"Zo-he began, only to receive another slap.

What did you call her?" Anthony snapped.

Ashley quickly corrected himself. "Mrs. Bolton, I... I was foolish and misled by the others. I apologize. Please, forgive me. And Mr. Bolton, I deeply regret insulting your condition. I was wrong in every way. For the sake of the Hudsons, please spare me. I won't dare to offend you again.

I couldn't help but pity Ahsley when I saw his swollen face.

Zoey's death had been tragic. She had fallen for a man she thought was her true love, only to discover that he was shallow and unworthy.

To have died for someone like him was her greatest misfortune.

"Get up." I said indifferently.

Ashley looked up and was momentarily stunned by the cold contempt in my gaze.

Zoey's eyes would have been filled with love and longing for him, but that woman no longer existed.

Anthony turned to Carter respectfully.

"Mr. Bolton, my children have caused a grave offense to the Boltons. Please tellhow you wish to handle this." I found it strange.

Anthony was a patriarch of a wealthy and influential family, yet his deference to Carter went beyond respect-it bordered on fear.

It was as though Carter stood way far above him.

I stared at Carter's composed profile and realized he was even more unfathomable than I had imagined.

1/3 1 Chapter 153 Walking Straight Into The Trap Carter turned his attention to Luke and Alisa. "What's the story between the two of you?" Luke's demeanor was hollow, as though the events of the previous night had drained him completely.

His expression was mumb, his eyes devoid of light, like an old man nearing his end.

He raised his head and met my gaze with a mix of emotions.

Perhaps he had guessed that last night's ordeal had been orchestrated by me. However, the outcwas irreversible no matter how much he resisted. Compared to Anna, marrying Alisa was the lesser evil.

Her family background was far superior, and he knew he had no future with me.

There would be other women too if he didn't choose Alisa, but he had no choice now. Even though he knew that it was a trap, he had to walk straight into it.

His gaze lingered onmomentarily before he looked at Carter. "Last night, in my drunken state, I mistook Ms. Hudson for my late wife. I wronged her. Uncle Carter, I hope you'll allowto make amends by marrying her." I was glad that he wasn't foolish enough to bring up the drugs.

His response was far more dignified than creating a scene.

Carter shifted his gaze to Alisa. 'Ms. Hudson, what do you think?" Alisa, who was dressed impeccably, looked every bit the refined young lady. She blushed and lowered her head shyly. "Since I have becLuke's woman, I'm willing to marry him." Anthony frowned. It was clear he hadn't expected his usually intelligent daughter to make such a decision He was very fond of her, so he spoke in a firm but gentle tone. "Have you thought this through? Mr. Bolton's late wife passed away not long ago. If you marry him now, you'll face a great deal of criticism." Anthony's reluctance for his father to be involved in this chaos was understandable.

No loving father would send his daughter into the Boltons, especially when he feared Carter. He likely understood that Luke held no real power within the family.

He also couldn't openly say that Luke wasn't a nice man Alisa was not a fool like Ashley, she knew everything that was happening.

"I understand, Dad. But I've already given Luke the most precious thing I have. I trust he'll treatwell." Luke glanced at Alisa. His gaze wasn't affectionate, but neither was it disdainful.

"Ms. Hudson, my late wife's passing is still fresh. If we marry, it will be a simple civil ceremony-I cannot give you a grand wedding." he said faintly.

Alisa clung to his arm and smiled softly. "I understand, Luke. I've heard about Ms. Sander when I was abroad. I admired her a lot.

2/3 Chapter 158 Walking Straight Into The Trap "After returning. I often volunteered at the orphanage under her influence. Her death in a tragedy" Luke's expression showed a flicker of surprise. He had expected such words from Alina Meanwhile, Anna's eyes burned with hatred as she stared at Aliss. The newcomer had shattered all her plans.

I smirked. Life was unpredictable. Did Anna think the gshe had set up would play out exactly as she intended?

My rebirth was the greatest variable in this equation. She had long gone from being the player another pawn on the board. "Since Ms.

Hudson and Luke have no objections, Dad, what do you think of this match? All eyes turned to Jeffrey, who had remained silent until now.

His gaze lingered on Carter andbefore he finally croaked, "If the parties involved have no objections, then I have none either." His dissatisfaction was clear to anyone listening.

Carter was the one controlling the Boltons now. Not only had Adam's family lost all influence, but even Jeffrey couldn't turn the tide.

I couldn't imagine what Jeffrey was thinking, but it was obvious he disapproved of Carter and my extrmethods.

But he didn't understand the suffering I'd endured. If any rfeared my actions weren't enough: wanted to repay every ounce of pain they had inflicted ona thousandfold.

"Very well. If Ms. Hudson is willing to marry into the Boltons in a simple ceremony, we'll set a date. The Boltons will handle all handle all the formalities properly And since the Hudsons and Boltons will becin-laws, we should strengthen our business ties moving forward Upon hearing that, Anthony's face lit up with joy. "Yes, yes! We're family from now on. The Hudsons will be relying on the Boltons for support." Carter's strategy was masterful. He struck with one hand and offered goodness with the other.

Originally, Anthony was worried about Alisa marrying Luke who didn't have any power, but Carter's words eased his concerns.

Luke might not have power, but Carter did.

As long as Alis married into the Boltons, it would establish a family connection that he acknowledged.

What a clever tactic! Carter glanced at Ashley next, "Now, let's discuss about you and Ms. Anna."