Mekhi found himself without words.
Nathan, who had refrained from punishing him for years, revealed an unexpected streak of cruelty.
Mekhiâs limbs quivered and he remained silent.
Seemingly attuned to Mekhiâs mounting fury, Nathan jested, âCanât bear it anymore? Youâre free to resign.
Leave now and return to the comfort of your home.
â
He wanted him to resign voluntarily?
âApologies, sir.
Iâll reflect on my performance and commit to more rigorous training in the future.
â Mekhi was seething with anger inside.
âGreat.
â Nathan pulled open the drawer again and brought out another timer.
With the time duly set, he positioned it within Mekhiâs line of sight.
The ordeal went on.
Meanwhile, Noelle remained in a deep sleep, induced by two tranquilizers administered the previous night.
With Nathanâs ID card, Lucinda and Cyrus transported the unconscious woman to the laboratory.
Shortly after they took their leave, Sally arrived at the Paynesâ house.
Her two accompanying bodyguards shadowed her closely, causing her a little discomfort.
âWell, this is the Paynesâ house.
I wonât be in any danger.
Just wait for me in the garage.
Iâll be back shortly after a quick check.
â
Both bodyguards didnât budge.
âMiss, under your brotherâs orders, our duty is to protect you.
If any harm befalls you, weâre in trouble.
So, weâre staying put.
â
Sally glared at them unhappily, but she didnât say anything as she was also scared of Mekhi.
She proceeded past the winding alleys to NSL Fairy Land.
At the door, Abel informed her, âMiss, Mr.
and Mrs.
Payne are currently out.
â
âAny idea where they went?â Sally inquired.
Abel shook his head.
âThey didnât mention it.
â
âDid they mention when theyâll return?â she pressed.
Again, Abel shook his head.
âNo.
â
Sally sighed.
Facing the two bodyguards, she explained, âYou heard him.
Itâs not that I donât want to help, but without Lucinda here, thereâs little I can do.
â