Chapter 1786: Chapter 2000

grandfather’s life, we should give him at least thirty lashes.

Besides, I was detained by the police over this incident, so he deserves an additional ten lashes for that.

He showed disrespect to Nathan and even aimed a gun at him.

That warrants another twenty lashes.

”

With a blink of her beautiful eyes, she casually gestured with her slender fingers and pretended to tally.

“That brings it to a total of sixty lashes.

If Ronan can endure that, we’ll handle the matter outside of court.

”

Ronan was in a daze, suffering without the aid of painkillers; therefore, the conversation between Lucinda and the others didn’t register with him.

Mylo objected, “Ronan’s health is fragile, and he’s already injured from the gunshot.

He couldn’t bear thirty lashes, let alone sixty.

Are you trying to kill him?”

With a smile, Lucinda pressed on, “When Nathan signed over all his assets, including Payne Group shares, Ronan insisted on severe punishment.

If I hadn’t intervened, Nathan would have faced eighty lashes.

Mylo, it seems you were also inclined towards his demise at that time.

”

Mylo fell silent.

After a lengthy pause, he responded, “Those situations are fundamentally different.

”

Lucinda remarked, “Certainly, the circumstances differ.

Ronan’s transgression is far graver than Nathan’s, but I have shown Ronan some mercy, haven’t I? He’ll merely receive sixty lashes, following the Payne family’s traditions.

”

Mylo found himself at a loss for words.

If his son were sent to a high-security prison, he’d likely face a minimum of ten years behind bars.

Alternatively, he’d endure sixty lashes in the ancestral temple.

Either way, Ronan’s fate seemed sealed.

Mylo couldn’t bear to continue the conversation with Lucinda.

Turning to Norton, he pleaded, “Father, please, say something.

If we follow her proposal, Ronan will perish! There are scarce men in the younger generation of the Payne family.

Can you truly stand by and watch your grandson’s demise?”

Norton, growing old, had softened with age.

Regardless of the circumstances, his primary wish was to witness his grandchildren Lead healthy and joyful Lives.

Although Ronan might have erred, it was inconceivable for Norton to witness his demise.

After deliberating for a moment, Norton looked towards Nathan and uttered, “Nathan…”

Even before Norton shared his thoughts, Nathan had already grasped the underlying message.

“I understand your reluctance to witness his demise, Grandfather.

After all, he is your grandson.

I am willing to compromise on this matter.

”

Mylo’s countenance brightened.

He complimented, “You are indeed a considerate child, Nathan.

What if…”

Nathan interjected, “There’s another approach to resolve this.

It’s a middle ground between the two options.

Once Ronan’s leg is nearly healed, I’ll whip thirty lashes and send him to a high-security prison for five years.

These penalties, though severe, do not entail immediate death.

This is my sole compromise.

”

Mylo was rendered speechless.

Such a decision would subject his son to both punishments!

“Nathan, you…”

Nathan maintained his composure and stated firmly, “Grandfather, as an adult, Ronan must face the consequences of his actions, and it’s crucial for him to acknowledge his mistakes.

These two punishments are not excessively severe.

I will ensure that someone monitors the intensity of the punishment to ensure Ronan’s survival.

”

Norton recognized that he couldn’t push Nathan any further.

With a weary sigh, Norton retreated into the quilt, murmuring, “I won’t meddle in this affair.

As the authority figure, you have the freedom to act as you see fit.

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