Chapter 263 Chapter 263 The moment Brandons words landed , the entire room fell into stunned silence .
The operator froze , staring at Brandon as if hed misheard .
S Set it to maximum ...... ? Brandon gave a relaxed d smile .
Thats right .
Incremental increases take too long no need to waste everyones time .
Everyone in the n room exchanged glances , clearly unsettled .
A few female researchers who had just been swooning over Brandon moments ago now felt a cold sweat forming .
They had mistaken his focused gaze on Noelle for Was he here because he liked her or because he held a grudget Bennett couldnt keep quiet any longer .
He frowned and said , Brandon , thats far too risky .
We dont know how much Noelle can handle -what if something goes wrong ? But before he could finish his sentence , Brandon was already behind the control panel .
He reached past the operator and turned the dial straight to the maximum setting .
Bennetts heart jumped to his throat .
Yes , he wanted to use Noelle for the e experiment .
But never at the cost o of actually hurting ng her .
This was pushing it .
He moved to stop Brandon , but the cold warning in the mans eyes forced him to stop in his tracks .
Just stand there and watch , Brandon said evenly .
For a split second , Bennett actually shivered .
Brandon gave off a kind of danger that was bone deep .
Bennett turned his gaze down to the testing chamber where Noelle sat , unaware of what was coming .
Shed been mentally preparing for another round of harmless testing like before .
But just as she relaxed , a searing jolt of electricity shot .
through the electrodes on her head .
The surge slammed into her brain like a tidal wave .
The pain was instant , sharp , and overwhelming .
Her whole body flinched and tensed in reaction , and she instinctively tried to move , to get away Then she heard a familiar voice over the comms .
Noelle , can you hear me ? Brandon ... ? she gasped through gritted teeth .
She was trembling from head to toe , but the moment she heard his voice , she froze again . Can you keep going ? Brandon asked , voice calm .
This shouldnt be too hard for you , right ? So ... he was telling her to endure it ? past , this really wasnt that bad .
IE Noelle sucked in a shaky breath .
Compared to the kind of brain stimulation shed undergone in the p was just sudden and caught her off guard .
Still , if Brandon wanted her to keep going then she would , She sat back down and forced herself still .
I can do it .
Keep going Good girl I knew you were the best , Brandon replied with a soft smile , Everyone in the observation room was floored .
Thats the highest voltage weve ever tested , and shes still conscious ? Shes not just CONSCIOUS the speaking clearly .
What the hell kind of monster is she ? They were blown away .
In previous tests , even trained soldiers couldnt withstand this level of neural stimulation without blacking out Hut Noelle was holding steady Seef She a managing just fine , Brandon said , turning to Bennett with a pleasant simile .
But Bennett didnt smule back.
In fact , he couldnt even maintain his usual polished composure .
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Chapter 263 His eyes stayed locked on Brandon .
sharp with growing displeasure .
This man knew exactly what Noelle had been through .
He knew .
And yet he deliberately forced her to relive that trauma without warning just like before Now , even Bennett whod always considered himself emotionally detached was starting to feel doubt .
Because this sure didnt look like it .
As the minutes dragged on , even Noelles remarkable endurance began to fray .
Her body trembled uncontrollably .
Her muscles locked up .
She was clearly in agony , even though she refused to say a word .
Bennett saw her jaw clenched so tightly he feared she might crack a tooth .
She was in pain .
Terrible pain .
But she still kept going It hurt just to watch .
Thats enough , dont you think ? Bennett finally spoke , voice cold .
Brandon shot him a look , irritated .
She hasnt called it off.
What gives you the right to do it for her ? Youre a researcher act like one .
I am a researcher , Bennett said , his tone icy .
But before that , Im also her brother Without waiting for a reply , Bennett strode forward and cut the power .
The machines wound down instantly .
Noelle , still dizzy with pain , felr her mind come rushing back to clarity .
She let out a shaky breath .
ripped the electrodes from her head , and tried to get up .
But her limbs were weak , trembling .
She barely made it to her feet before her legs gave out , and she collapsed to the floor with a loud thud .
The noise jolted the entire observation team and both Den the ro Noeller Bennett immediately turned and bolted for the test room .
roomL react so emotionally .
Brandon , watching him with interest , raised an eyebrow .
He hadnt expected Bennett to rea Huh .
Maybe hes not as heartless as I thought , Brandon mused , amused .
Noelle really does have a way of softening even the coldest people .
Downstairs .
Noelle was slowly getting to her knees , still dazed .
Her arms were weak , and her legs were barely holding up but she was recovering .
Just as she was about to push herself upright , Bennett burst into the room and reached her .
Noelle .
His voice was tight as he helped her stand .
Bennett ? Noelle blinked at him in surprise .
Is the test over ? Its done More than done , actually , Bennett replied , still holding her Really ? She gave him a tired smile .
I did pretty well , huh ? You did great Bennett said softly .
Then he asked , Dont you have anything you i want to say ? What do you mean ? Nothing Hed expected her to complain , maybe cry a little like she usually would when she was hurting .
But now , she didnt say anything at all .
I felt wrong Just then .
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Alright , anything for you , Brandon said , walking over and naturally slipping his arm around her shoulders .
He gently pulled her away from Bennett .
Lets go grab something delicious as a reward .
Noelle hesitated .
Shed been planning to see Nicolas right after the experiment .
Whats wrong ? Brandon asked , still smiling .
I dont get out much .
I was hoping youd keep me company for a bit .
How could she say no to that ? Noelle pressed her lips together and nodded .
Okay , Ill show you around .
I knew you were the best , Brandon said , looking pleased .
He led her toward the door but suddenly paused and looked over his shoulder .
Oh , and by the way , he added with a smirk .
the current today was a little weak .
Next time , maybe bump it up by two levels .
Two more levels ? That was insane .
Bennett noticed her reaction and narrowed his eyes .
His voice dropped into a dangerous tone as he said , Thats more than enough .
If you go any higher .
Noelle wont be able to handle it .
Brandon sighed like he was genuinely disappointed .
You know , for a researcher , youre really letting your emotions get in the way .
Disappointing .
Bennett .
Then , without giving him a chance to reply , Brandon turned with a grin and walked off with Noelle in tow .
Bennett stood there , staring at the doorway long after theyd gone .
His expression shifted dark , stormy , unreadable .
Then , under his breath , he muttered , Son of a bitch Ó¨