Chapter 1159:
However, before she could savor her imagined triumph, a sharp, chilling sensation seized her.
ââLet go!ââ she gasped, her eyes wide with terror.
Kellanâs hand had gripped her neck, his expression as cold and unyielding as stone.
At that moment, a wave of icy fear swept over Melany. She felt as though she were staring into the abyss of her own demise.
Kellanâs gaze was cold and indifferent. Melany felt as though he was ready to tear her apart.
ââIf anything happens to Allison, youâll pay dearly,ââ Kellanâs words sent a chill down Melanyâs spine.
Her cheeks flamed red, her breath shortened, and goosebumps covered her arms.
ââHelp⦠helpâ¦ââ
She instinctively covered her stomach.
The more she struggled, the more she felt suffocated.
For a moment, a profound sense of danger overwhelmed Melany. She was certain of Kellanâs seriousness. Kellan had a history of ruthless behavior.
A wave of fear washed over Melany.
Yet, she was aware that Hoyt was the true perpetrator.
Regardless of the investigationâs direction, it wouldnât involve her.
ââIf you donât check the lounge now, something might happen to Allison⦠Hoyt might hurt herâ¦ââ
Melany decided to escalate the situation.
Her accusation was direct, naming Hoyt as the offender. Just as she feared the worst from Kellan, he abruptly let her go.
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ââGet out.ââ
His command spurred Melany to flee.
Marks from his fingers were still visible on her neck, and the earlier sensation of suffocation lingered in her mind.
No longer hesitating, she turned and staggered away, fearful that Kellan might pursue her.
She was not about to let this go without a fight.
Kellan immediately gave an order to Sherman.
âFind Allison now. Iâm heading to the lounge.â
ââYes!ââ Sherman complied promptly.
Kellan didnât suspect Melany of harming Allison, but her mention of Hoyt was alarming.
He knew his illegitimate brother well; Hoyt would stop at nothing to get what he wanted. Melany seemed to be deliberately stirring things up, but Kellan guessed that it was highly likely she was telling the truth.
Discovering that Allison was not in the banquet hall tensed Kellan considerably.
ââHoyt, youâre finished,ââ he muttered under his breath as he clenched his fists and made a beeline for the lounge.
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