Chapter 995
Substitute Marriage: Falling For My Ugly Wife
What she was really saying was that she took pride in being his wife.
Marcusâ lips curled into a smile as he drew Millieâs graceful hand toward their vehicle.
In contrast, Nancy lingered in the chill wind, her eyes widening in shock at the sight.
Outside a teahouse, Harlan stationed himself by the entrance. The wind whipped at a corner of his
windbreaker, causing passersby to glance his way and shudder without knowing why.
Some young women exclaimed, âWow, heâs so handsome.â
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âIâd love to have his number.â
Harlan overheard their chatter and found it amusing.
If they knew the many ways people had met their end at his hands, they would surely flee at his sight.
Quickly, Harlan entered the teahouse where he learned of Jonahâs evening appearance.
With five levels to explore, he maintained his composure, systematically seeking out his target.
The fragrance of sandalwood permeated the cozy teahouse. After a conversation, Jonah rose and
extended a hand to his companion.
âMr. Morgan, I look forward to a fruitful collaboration! Let us join forces against our shared foe.â
The man reciprocated, chin held high. âI trust our partnership will be a joyful one!â
As the teahouse door swung open, Jonahâs confidence soared, believing his success was imminent.
From a distance, Harlan located Jonah. Despite his two bodyguards, they were no match for him.
Upon observing Jonahâs self-satisfied grin, Harlan knew that the joy would soon give way to unending
agony.
Donning his hat, Harlan advanced.
Jonah sensed a deadly presence approaching. A sudden darkness enveloped the hallway.
âProtect me,â he commanded his bodyguards.
But it was already too late. In an instant, the assailant had torn open Jonahâs abdomen, leaving a
horrific, bloody scene. The air seemed thick with the stench of blood.
As the light returned, the guards were petrified by the grisly spectacle before them.
âBoss,â they screamed.
Within seconds of the lights going out and returning, their employer lay ripped open, his innards
exposed. The assault had been swift and merciless.
Jonahâs eyes fluttered open with great effort. âHurry⦠Take me to the hospital.â