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Chapter 678
Though incredibly tired, Sheena could not sleep well with Nathaniel watching over her.
Nathaniel quietly gazed at her profile for a while, contemplating discussing the matter of
the child in her belly. However, seeing how exhausted she seemed, he hesitated.
After much hesitation, Nathaniel decided not to wake her and left the bedroom, closing the
door behind him. He then drove straight to the dungeon, using the privileges granted by
Kelly, which ensured a smooth and unobstructed journey.
The dungeon was dim and damp, with flickering oil lamps on the gloomy walls.
The sound of a heavy whip cracking against flesh became clearer as he advanced further.
Yet, despite the relentless beating, there were no cries or pleas for mercy, creating an
eerie atmosphere.
The guard opened the cell door, and the overwhelming scent of blood greeted Nathaniel.
He leisurely walked in, in a rather good mood, enjoying the sight of Lionel’s misery.
Lionel’s hands were suspended, and his feet did not touch the ground. After a severe
lashing, his entire body was covered in blood.
Even though he seemed disoriented, he remained silent.
Nathaniel extended his hand toward the person whipping Lionel, who respectfully handed
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtover the whip handle. He gripped it tightly, casually stirring it in a nearby bucket of
saltwater to cleanse the blood.
The water in the bucket turned red.
“Lionel, how many times did you strike me before? Now, I’m returning the favor. How does
it feel? Are you satisfied with their service?”
Lionel, panting heavily, responded disdainfully, “I’m enjoying every moment! Your people
are weak, just like you!”
Despite being trapped and beaten, Lionel continued his defiant attitude in front of
Nathanfel.
Unhappy, Nathaniel furrowed his brow and swung the whip, personally delivering two
harsh lashes.
If the saltwater soaked into one’s torn and battered skin, it could definitely cause spasms
and agonizing cries. Yet, Lionel gritted his teeth, refusing to show any signs of humiliation.
If it were not for the blood dripping from the corner of his mouth, Nathaniel would actually
believe that Lionel knew no pain.
Impressed, Nathaniel remarked, “How admirable! Just as expected of someone who has
been with Elliot for years! But, under severe punishment, even the bravest falter. Our time
together is far from over. We have branding irons, needles, clubs, sulfuric acid… Let’s go
through it all in these seven days!
Lionel spat blood onto the ground, sneering, “You truly are a beast! Whatever Mr. Jenkins
did to you before, you’re giving it back to him. How creative!!
Nathaniel’s face darkened, an expression of unparalleled gloom. He scooped up a ladle of
saltwater and splashed it onto Lionel’s body.
A loud splash echoed through the dungeon.
The blood on Lionel’s shirt diluted significantly, but the muscles along his jaw trembled,
and his face
paled.
Glaring at Lionel with intense malice, Nathaniel gritted his teeth.
“I promised Nana to spare your life. Feel free to be arrogant. It’ll only make my torment
more ruthless!”
Still recovering from the intense pain brought by the saltwater, Lionel tried to calm his
breathing, staying silent.
Nathaniel noticed Lionel’s stubborn expression and continued his verbal assault, “What’s
so great about Elliot? Why is everyone sacrificing themselves to save him?”
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmLionel held back the pain, shouting, “Of course, you can’t understand! You’re not even
remotely comparable to Mr. Jenkins! In this life, the next, or the one after, Ms. Sheena will
never love a beast like you!”
Nathaniel lost his mind and grabbed Lionel’s hair, hysterically screaming, “Why doesn’t
she like me? Why! I love her so much!”
Lionel scoffed, “If you truly loved her, you wouldn’t hurt her. Do you know the physical toll
an abortion takes on a woman? You claim to love her, yet you care nothing for her well–
being. In the end, your obsession is just a sick fixation because you couldn’t have her.”
“No! It’s not true! I love her! I’m the man who loves her the most in this world!” His eyes
were deep red, repeatedly wailing
Lionel disdainfully glanced at him and continued, “No matter how severe Mr. Jenkins’s own
injuries were, or even when his body was affected by the 023 serum, as long as Ms.
Sheena is in danger, he’s ready to sacrifice himself without hesitation. He values Ms.
Sheena more than his own life. Yet, he never uses this to manipulate her into being with
him. He silently guards and sacrifices.” After a dramatic pause, Lionel said, “Nathaniel,
can you do the same if you were in his shoes?”
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