Chapter 409 Jared was losing his cool.
He didnât want to hear a peep from Agnes.
Especially not that dreaded Dâword So, Jared had to shut her up.
Agnes fought back like a wildcat.
She even bit his tongue.
With a mouthful of coppery taste, Agnes couldnât tell whether it was her blood or Jaredâs.
But the difference in strength between men and women was significant.
Despite her years of Taekwondo practice, her strength was like a kittenâs against Jaredâs.
Just when Agnes was about to go down, a powerful force ripped them apart.
Jared was yanked back.
While a figure took a stand in front of Agnes.
The boy was icy cool, âHow could you do this to Agnes?â
It was Ryder.
He was wedged right between Agnes and Jared.
There was a trace of blood at the corner of Agnesâ mouth.
His eyes were bloodshot, like a raging lion.
Jared looked at the composed lad in front of him and spoke dismissively, âAgnes? You think youâre worthy to call her that?â
The room fell eerily silent.
Agnes stood behind Ryder, panting heavily.
The tussle with Jared had worn her out.
This man, usually as gentle as a spring breeze.
Turned into a beast when angry, unstoppable.
The door to the room was left ajar.
The housemaids were peeking in from the doorway, but Ryder wouldnât let them in.
âI wonât let anyone hurt her.â
Jared scoffed, âRyder, what makes you think you can protect her? Donât forget, sheâs my wife. You have no business meddling in our affairs.â
Jared had always treated Ryder like a friend and mentor, caring for him deeply.
He had never spoken to him in such a hostile tone.
Clearly, his rage had found a new target.
Earlier, he saw Agnes and Ryder chatting and swinging in the yard.
He stood on the second floor and watched them for a long time.
Although he couldnât hear what they were talking about, he could tell they were enjoying each otherâs company.
Whatâs more, Ryder had even hugged Agnes in the end.
Jared kept telling himself that Agnes must have kept her boundaries with Ryder.
That hug didnât mean anything.
He shouldnât make a mountain out of a molehill.
So he didnât go down, he chose to trust Agnes.
But what Jared didnât expect was.
Not long after that, Agnes came up and asked for a divorce straight away.
Her resolute attitude scared him.
Could this have nothing to do with Ryder?
Jared didnât buy it Ryder stood his ground, Agnes is your wife, but sheâs also my friend I canât just stand by and watch you hurting herâ
Jared strode forward, gripping Ryderâs collar, his voice iceâcold with a threat, âRyder, youâve always been my beloved nephew.
Donât make me get rough with youâ
Ryderâs eyes also showed a maturity beyond his years, âYouâve always been the person I respect the most. But if you want a fight, Iâm ready. You taught me how to stand up for myself, wouldnât you like to see if I could surpass you?