Chapter 473
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Layton, along with Barry and Justin, were quick on their text and reached the pits edge fee
Seeing Alex burier in the pit with only his feet visible, Layton calmly moned behind jurio and poked his into the p
With Justin’s scream, the people filling the pit were forced to wop,
Layton stood at the edge of the pit, looking down at justin, who was frantically stegging on let’s body trying to find support to climb up. Layton was so mad it felt like he’d have a heart attack.
“This fool!” As soon as Layton spoke, Barry jumped down
Seeing Barry pull Alex’s “body” out and make a hand signal, Layton patted his chest, visibly reeved Buried like that and still not dead, Layton couldn’t help but wonder if Alex had secretly learned some treating retaique
“Without my explicit order, no matter how many of you descend, you won’t be able to take him away, jen sized firmly. planting a foot on the dirt pile and leaning in to peer into the pit, his elbow resting comforably on his knee.
Todd was a titan in the business world. Under his astute leadership, the Warren Group expanded its influence across the globe. He was a legendary figure, revered wherever he went.
But for the sake of Alex, despite his advanced age, Todd was willing to humble himself before a junior. He pleaded, Jason, if Alex has offended you in any way, I implore you, for the sake of Orion, to please show leniency?”
Jason didn’t shy away from acknowledging his life debt to Orion. He spoke bluntly. “Mr. Warren, although Orion once saved my life, I cannot let that excuse Alex from mistreating Ellie!
“Absolutely, Todd said, feeling embarrassed.
Nancy was sobbing uncontrollably, slumped beside the pit. “Jason, for the sake of Orion who lost his life saving you, please forgive Alex this time!”
Nancy covered her face, fully aware of her shamelessness. But for Alex, she was willing to put her pride aside. She pleaded, “Jason, give him another chance. If he doesn’t learn his lesson and does it again, we won’t complain if you choose to deal with him as you wish!”
“Mr. Thompson, if not for anyone else, consider the recent passing of Carlos. Alex’s parents have already suffered the loss of
a son.
“Just give Alex one more chance. If he messes up again, feel free to bury him for real. At that point, Todd and Nancy won’t complain!” Layton interjected smoothly, trying to mediate with his persuasive tongue.
“For the sake of my former comrade, I’ll let him off this time. But if he dares to do it again, I won’t show any mercy!” Jason declared, giving a nod before leaving the hillside with Ellie and Aaron.
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Three days later, Alex woke up in a hospital room. The first thing he said when he opened his eyes was, “Why am I in the hospital?”
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Barry quietly turned away, not daring to make a sound.
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Todd pointed at Alex, his hand shaking with anger. “You reckless brat, if we had arrived a moment later, Jason would have buried you alive!”
Alex lay stiffly on the bed and exclaimed, “No way! Where’s Ellic
Nancy sighed, “Don’t even mention Ellic. When Jason was burying you, Ellie was standing right there watching!”
