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Jacob was in such agony that he couldn’t even muster the strength to cry out.
I lost interest and shoved Ronald aside.
As we emerged into the sunlight, my view broadened.
Ronald’s demeanor softened back to its usual gentleness.
“Lilianna, do you know why I let him live?” he asked.
“So you could have your own revenge,” I replied. “Whatever he did to you, you can repay him twofold.”
I grinned.
“He slapped me a hundred times. I want to return the favor,” I said.
“That’s no issue,” he assured me.
“But my hands will hurt if I do it myself,” I pointed out.
“Then I’ll arrange for someone else to do it,” he offered.
“A hundred slaps a day. Let’s start with ten days.”
I smiled quietly.
Perhaps spending time with the Hachett brothers had made me this composed.
However, I had no desire to continue any dealings with Jacob.
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Ronald wasn’t in good health, and I didn’t want him to stress.
Ten days later, I suggested he release Jacob.
Considering the significant power difference between the Hachett
family and the Kecith family, even if Jacob returned, he wouldn’t be a threat to the Hachetts.
In fact, having offended the Hachett family, Jacob might not even have the opportunity to be recognized as an illegitimate son anymore.
However, that very night, an explosion occurred in the darkroom.
Before attempting to stop the wedding, Jacob had reached out to the Kecith family members in the country.
Howard Kecith’s only legitimate son had been attacked and killed during an overseas business negotiation.
This led to the retrieval of the illegitimate son, who had been sent abroad as a child, allowing him to return to the family and reclaim his heritage.
Currently, the Kecith family has only one heir. Though he can’t prevent Jacob from attempting to disrupt the wedding, he will do all he can to ensure Jacob returns safely.
The family’s dignity is at stake, leaving him no choice but to confront
the issue.
Jacob exploited this situation, boldly causing a scene during the wedding.
After being rescued by mercenaries hired by the Kecith family, Jacob managed to sneak into my room with his accomplices. He used knockout drugs to cover my mouth and nose, trying to abduct me amidst the chaos.
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Although I lost control of my body, my mind remained alert.
I distinctly felt myself being lifted and moved.
I struggled to stay conscious. As we crossed the lawn, I fought to escape his hold.
I raised the alarm and crawled forward, but Jacob was relentless in his pursuit.
The Hachett brothers had been alerted, and the alarm blared deafeningly.
Jacob’s expression shifted, and he quickly directed the mercenaries, “Initiate plan B.”
Before I could respond, several bombs were launched.
A mushroom cloud rose, and flames engulfed the sky, separating me from the Kecith brothers.
I screamed, shouted, and struck Jacob, demanding my release.
I feared for Ronald, worried he’d be hurt in the fire due to his limited mobility.
Yet Jacob held me firmly, his face a mix of restraint and madness.
“Lilianna, come with me. Ronald will soon perish in this fire.”
I shook my head, hitting him and pleading.
I begged him to save Ronald.
He was so kind, and we hadn’t had the chance to be happy yet.
My words seemed to annoy Jacob.
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“Lilianna, you can’t plead with me on behalf of another man.”
He commanded the launch of three more bombs.
The mercenary leader attempted to reason with him, warning, “If we don’t leave now, it might be too late.”
Jacob appeared to ignore him, speaking frantically in my ear like a
madman.
“Lilianna, when you left, I thought I wouldn’t care, but I realized I
couldn’t handle it.
“I’ve revisited the gifts you gave me countless times, and thoughts of you consume me every day.
“Even though Eva is with me, I feel nothing for her.
“It turns out, I’ve been in love with you for a long time.
“Please, be reasonable and come back with me.”
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I looked at him with determination and anger. “You’re dreaming. I
don’t love you anymore.”
“No, you’re just upset with me. You know it was me who kidnapped you, right? That’s why you’re mad.
“I was wrong. I made a mistake. Please, come back with me!”
Jacob was desperate as he tried to take me away.
Out of nowhere, a gust of wind swept by my side.
Without thinking, I glanced up to see a fleet of helicopters bearing New Zealand’s national emblem hovering over Hachett Manor.
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Numerous soldiers in uniform were parachuting down.
Just before I lost consciousness, I caught sight of Ronald in his wheelchair, emerging through the dense fog and flames, racing toward
- me.
I closed my eyes with a peaceful smile, comforted by the thought, “It’s wonderful, Ronald. You’re still alive.”
