Chapter 214

Chapter 214

If it were someone else, they wouldn’t have stood up for Layton. Since he had affronted the Albotts, he would only be in more trouble in the future.

Despite everything, Lily spoke up for him. Although her words might not carry weight, Layton knew he wouldn’t regret his decision today.

Joanne’s narrowed eyes bore into Lily. She sneered, “Who do you think you are? We Albotts will never bother with you.”

“Need an introduction?” Lily responded with a similar sneer.

Joanne lowered her gaze and toyed with her hair for a bit. Then, she snapped her head up with an ley glare “Don’t assume you“re untouchable because you have Lo’s support. Lily Brooks, you’re in Bridgeport, not the middle of nowhere. One misstep and you can lose your life at any time.”

Lily slid her hand into her pocket and chortled wildly. She was about to retort when she heard Loid hissing at Joanne coldly. “Try laying a finger on her!”

Loid stepped forward, his arm encircling Lily’s shoulder. His other hand disappeared into his pocket, and he loomed over Joanne with a piercing gaze.

Flinching, Joanne finallycollected herself and shot a furious look at him. “Loid, we’re family friends. Are you seriously going to have a tallout with us over a crass girl? Does your grandpa agret with–argh!”

Lold had lunged at Joanne and wrapped his fingers around her neck with a murderous look. He said to her in an icy tone, “A crass girl? Say that again!”

“W–What are you doing?” Joanne’s face turned purple as she had difficulty in breathing. Her voice started shaking. At that moment, she detected the murderous intent in his eyes

For the first time, fear clawed at her.

“Do you think I’m a doormat just because I’m nice to your family?” He increased the strength of his grip, resembling a terrifying Grim Reaper..

Lily, having never seen him so angry, was taken aback by his overreaction. Yet, he managed to look incredibly attractive even in rage.

She grabbed his hand, trying to remove it with all her might, but her efforts were in vain because she could not overpower him.

Failing to catch a breath, she stared at him wordlessly. Nora, growing frantic, begged, “Loid, let go of Joanne! We’re family friends with the Albotts. How can we get along if you burt.bec?”

Yolanda hurriedly chimed in, “Lo, please stop. You’re scaring me. Please let go of my mocn.” Her eyes welled up. This was the first time she witnessed this side of him.

Loid turned to look at Yolanda flatly before letting go of Joanne. He warned them coldly, “I tolerate your family not out of fear but to maintain Bridgeport’s delicate social dynamics. Lily is my final thread. If you hurt her in any way, I’ll end the Albott family.

“Take my words seriously. I never joke with strangers,”

Losing her balance, Joanne collapsed after she was released. She stared up into his frigid eyes. He looked like a wolf. Shuddering, she dodged his gaze.

Then, he ignored the ladies and swept into the hall with Lily in his arms. Staring at his cheek from the side, Lily observed his chiseled side profile. The play of shadows from the lighting made him look enigmatic and distant yet regal. He stirred something within her.

It took her a while to collect herself Patting him on the shoulder, she chuckled “Loid, protect me.”

His hostility melted, replaced by a soft smile. He brushed her head. Likewise, Reese.”