LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 179
Upon hearing what Serenity just said, Ethan couldn't help but smile.
" Oh as for Noah,and I had a brief chat, and he told me to stay clear, then I left"
Ethan said smoothly, his enhanced senses monitoring her every micro-expression.
Upon hearing what Ethan just said, Serenity's fingers tightened around her wine glass until her knuckles went fully white. Her tear-stained face showed clear disbelief.
"Then why..."
she paused, gathering courage, her voice barely above a whisper.
"Why did you have to come save me? If it was just a chat..."
" Well, it was a bet,"
Ethan replied, crafting the lie with careful precision. His face remained perfectly composed as he wove the safer narrative.
"Noah proposed a challenge. If I could find and rescue you, he'd release you from the engagement."
Upon hearing what Ethan just said Her eyes widened slightly, red-rimmed from crying but showing the first spark of hope.
"He... agreed to let me go?"
Her voice trembled with desperate want to believe. Her fingers unconsciously traced the bruises on her wrists, marks that seemed to fade as she considered freedom from Noah's obsession.
A shaky breath escaped her lips.
"Yes,"
Ethan said quietly, watching relief wash over her features. Her entire body seemed to relax as she accepted the comfortable lie, choosing not to question why Noah would never make such a wager. Her hands finally steadied enough to lift the wine glass to her lips.
Serenity set down her wine glass with shaking hands, the crystal making a soft clink against the polished table.
"There's something you should know,"
she whispered, her eyes darting nervously around the luxurious penthouse as if the walls themselves might have ears.
"About Noah's family..."
Her perfectly nails, some broken from her earlier ordeal, dug into her palms.
"Have you heard of the G-five?" At that moment Ethan shook his head, she leaned closer, her voice dropping so low he had to use his enhanced hearing.
"They're one of the most dangerous families in the country. The true power is beyond anything."
Immediately Fear made her voice quaver as she continued, her face pale under the crystal chandelier light.
"The Silver family... they are part of it."
Her fingers unconsciously touched her bruised wrists, the marks seeming darker as she spoke of their power.
" And Noah isn't just some rich kid, Ethan."
Immediately her eyes filled with fresh tears, genuine concern breaking through her own trauma. "You need to stay away. For your own safety."
She reached across the table, grabbing Ethan's hand with desperate urgency.
"These families... they can make people disappear without a trace."
"Will you stay?"
Serenity asked, fear creeping back into her voice at the thought of being alone. Her fingers clutched at the tablecloth.
"No,"
Ethan replied softly, rising from his chair with fluid grace.
"I have business to attend to, I will see you later, make yourself comfortable."
Ethan Stood up, and walked away.
Serenity wasted run after him, but she was too scared to move.
Hours later, Ethan stood before an elaborate coffin. The gang boss had outdone himself - the casket was worthy of a Noah final journey home.
At that moment Ethan and his men arrived at the silver mansion.
immediately his enhanced senses caught every detail - guard positions, camera angles, patrol patterns.
Ethan himself carried the coffin, its weight nothing to his enhanced strength. The staff hummed eagerly at his side as they approached the main entrance.
The Silver family was enjoying a lavish dinner, their laughter and chatter filling the grand dining room. Suddenly, the doors burst open, and a hush fell over the room as Ethan strode in, flanked by ten imposing men.
immediately Eyes widened and mouths fell agape as the family members took in the unexpected intrusion.
Old Master Silver rose from his seat, his brow furrowed and his lips pressed into a thin line.
"Who are you?"
he demanded, his voice booming through the dining room.
"What is the meaning of this interruption?"
At that moment Ethan met the patriarch's gaze, his expression cold and unwavering.
"I am the man your son Noah has tried to kill twice,"
he declared, each word dripping with controlled anger.
"And yet, you, his own grandfather, seem to be blissfully unaware of his actions."
Upon hearing what Ethan just said. The family members exchanged shocked glances, their faces a mix of confusion and disbelief. Whispers began to circulate, as they tried to make sense of Ethan's revelation.
Old Master Silver's eyes narrowed, his grip tightening on the edge of the table.
"What nonsense is this?"
he growled, his face reddening with indignation.
"My grandson would never do such a thing!"
At that moment Ethan let out a mirthless chuckle, shaking his head.
"Denial is a powerful thing, isn't it?"
he mused, taking a step forward. His men moved with him, their presence a silent threat.
"But I assure you, your son's actions are far from fictitious."
The room fell silent once more, the tension palpable as Ethan's words hung in the air. The family members shifted uneasily in their seats, their eyes darting between Ethan and Old Master Silver.
Ethan's gaze swept over the room, his voice low and menacing as he addressed the family.
"I have come to warn the Silver family,"
he announced, each word deliberate and heavy with intent. "If anyone dares to come after me again, I will not hesitate to retaliate. I will do it again if necessary to protect myself and those I care about."
immediately gasps and murmurs erupted from the family members, their faces paling at the severity of Ethan's words. Some clutched their chests, while others gripped the arms of their chairs, their knuckles turning white.
Old Master Silver's face contorted with rage, his eyes blazing as he pointed an accusing finger at Ethan. "How dare you come into my home and make such outrageous threats!" he bellowed, his voice trembling with fury.
"I will not stand for this disrespect, from a child!"
However Ethan remained unfazed, a small, cold smile playing on his lips.
"Disrespect?"
he echoed, his tone mocking.
"I believe your grandson has shown far greater disrespect by attempting to take my life. Twice."
Before anyone could respond, Ethan dropped the coffin on the floor.