Chapter 788: Chapter 788



Joelle locked eyes with Shawn, and he elaborated, “Since taking over the family business, Lucian has decimated Crestwood Homes in just three years. Now, he’s risking everything against us. Do you think he cares about his family’s safety?”

He paused, then added, “Even Raelyn’s death is suspicious. Lucian was also present at Mount Everest at the time.”

Joelle now understood the gravity of the situation. She slowly stood up.

“Since he’s targeted my family, I’ll target his. Shawn, gather everyone. We’re going to the Dury family.”

“Joelle, let me handle this,” Shawn protested. “You’ve just recovered!”

Joelle smiled grimly. “Perfect timing. If Adrian and Aurora don’t return, I’ll end my life at their doorstep.”

Shawn was stunned by her resolve.

“Fortune favors the bold, not the cautious,” she replied.

Though Adrian was absent, Joelle had a strong network of friends in Illerith.

With a single call, she mobilized their families, encircling the Dury family’s residence.

The Watson family, the Frye family, the Kelly family, and even the Cooper family—together, they occupied the entire street.

Not even the police could intervene.

The Dury family’s gates remained shut, but Joelle had someone breach them.

The Dury family was initially bewildered.

“Joelle! What are you doing? Who gave you the right to invade our home?”

Joelle, frail yet determined, spoke slowly. “Remove the elderly and children first.”

With that, only Lucian’s parents and sister remained.

Joelle, her voice raspy, continued, “I’ll be direct. Lucian kidnapped my daughter, and my husband is missing while rescuing her. Either you return my family today, or hand over Lucian. Otherwise, I’ll have these people raze this place to the ground!”

Katy, furious, retorted, “Who do you think you are? What gives you the right—”

Before she could finish, Callan approached her and delivered a resounding slap.

“My patience is wearing thin. From now on, I don’t care what methods you use, but until I see my family, those people outside won’t leave!”

Upon contacting the authorities, the Dury family discovered that a sea of cars and people had completely jammed the street outside their home, making it impassable.

It was at this moment they understood Joelle meant business.

Holding her reddened cheek, Katy exclaimed, “How are we supposed to locate Lucian for you? My brother and father had a huge fight half a year ago, and he left. We haven’t seen him since. He doesn’t even answer when his own wife and son call.”

Joelle, adjusting her coat, retorted sharply, “Then start thinking. Use your brain for more than just keeping your hat on, right?”

“Joelle!” Katy shouted, her fury mounting. “How can you treat us so cruelly? Don’t you fear the consequences?”

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