Chapter 727
Betrayal At The Altar (Rachel and David)
Chapter 727
In the past, Old Mr. Jones could keep David in check, but now he knew that the little wolf cubs of the
past had grown up. But if his methods of dealing with them were too extreme, David would definitely
suffer a backlash.
Old Mr. Jones took a deep breath and suppressed the anger swirling in his heart. There was still a hint
of anger in his deep voice. âDid you do it?â
This morning, Old Mr. Jones received news that Marina and Nathan had been attacked to varying
degrees during the transfer.
The police officers were not injured. It could even be said that the bullets that came in from outside
deliberately avoided them.
However, Marina and Nathan were injured to varying degrees.
Among them, Marina had the most serious injuries.
It was said that the bullet hit Marinaâs chest and was only 1.2 inches. away from her heart. Fortunately,
Marina was lucky enough to be saved and was now in the ICU for observation.
However, Old Mr. Jones knew very well that the 1.2-inch deviation was not because Marina was lucky.
Clearly, the person behind it was deliberately torturing Marina.
David looked at Old Mr. Jones expressionlessly and said indifferently, âIsnât she still alive?â
Davidâs calm tone was like a knife pressing against oneâs heart, making oneâs heart sk ip a beat.
Old Mr. Jones looked at David with a serious expression. âSince she was taken away, she will naturally
be punished by the law. Whatâs the benefit of doing this?â
âA cornered man will do anything. Donât tell me you donât understand such a simple logic!â.
Hearing this, David chuckled. âDonât worry. I wonât kill her.â
âShe has already received the corresponding punishment and was taken away by the police. Shouldnât
you be lenient?â Old Mr. Jones asked.
Davidâs expression was still indifferent, and there was an
unconcealable hostility in his eyes. âGive her a chance to catch her breath so that she can bite me
again?â
Upon hearing this, Old Mr. Jones choked.
As a parent, Old Mr. Jones knew Marinaâs personality the best.
In the past, Marina was just a little arrogant and competitive. However, Old Mr. Jones never expected
Marina to participate in the competition for the heir. Old Mr. Jones thought that Marina had learned a
lesson from that failure, but he did not expect her to become more ambitious. Marina actually hinted to
her trusted subordinate to take revenge on Rachel. To be fair, Marina had brought this upon herself.
Perhaps it was because Old Mr. Jones became old, and his heart had softened. Old Mr. Jones was no
longer as cold-hearted as before. He only hoped that his children would be safe and avoid a tragedy.
However, the more Old Mr. Jones tried his best to avoid creating a fragmented situation, the more he
could not control it. At this moment, David raised his indifferent eyes and glanced at Old Mr. Jones
indifferently. âAs long as she can learn to behave herself, I wonât take her life. Donât worry.â When Old
Mr. Jones heard this, he did not say anything and only sighed faintly. Old Mr. Jones glanced at Rachel,
who was eating in the dining room. His eyes narrowed slightly. âDo you really love her?â
âIâve already brought her here. Do I look like Iâm playing around?â David raised his eyebrows slightly,
and there was a hint of determination in the corners of his eyes. âBut you havenât given her a status
yet.â Old Mr. Jones looked at David. His eyes flickered with a meaningful dark light as he said vaguely,
âThere are some things that you should avoid doing too much. If it accidentally involves someoneâs life,
it will be dishonorable both for you and her.â With one hand in his pocket, David stood in front of the
wooden railing and looked down at the goldfish playing in the pool. âI know what Iâm doing.â David
would never give anyone a chance to criticize Rachel. David paused for a moment and looked up at
Old Mr. Jones. âGrandpa, I have something to ask you. Why did my engagement with her come
about?â
âHeh!â Old Mr. Jones smiled insincerely. Although he did not say anything, his face was filled with
disapproval of this engagement. âThen Iâm afraid youâll have to ask your grandma.â
David was not surprised to hear such an answer.
Back then, a large part of the reason why Old Mrs. Jones ran away from home in a fit of anger and
resolutely moved to Seaxas was due to this engagement. Old Mr. Jones strongly opposed the
engagement, but Old Mrs. Jones refused to break off it no matter what. When Old Mr. Jones asked for
the reason, Old Mrs. Jones refused to say anything. However, when Old Mr. Jones learned that Rachel
was the person who was engaged to David, his attitude changed subtly. This subtle shift is enough to
be explored. âAre you saying nothing because you donât know anything, or are you unwilling to talk
about it?â The corners of Davidâs mouth curled up slightly. There was a faint smile on his face, and his
eyes flickered with a sharp dark light.
Old Mr. Jones raised his eyes and looked at David. After pondering for a long time, he stretched out a
hand and placed it in front of the wooden railing. Old Mr. Jones held it heavily. âThe engagement
involved both families. Naturally, your engagement with her has been approved by her parents.â
Rachelâs parents⦠Sophia, the young lady of the Johnson family who had passed away, and Hans of
the Grey family in Pollister? David did not probe too much. Instead, he changed the topic at the right
time. âIn that case, I believe you approve of this engagement too.â Hearing this, Old Mr. Jones
suppressed the urge to curse. Old Mr. Jones raised both hands to object, but Rachelâs name had
already been added to the family tree without anyone knowing. How could Old Mr. Jones continue to
object?
âYou and your grandma will regret your current choice sooner or later.â
âIâve never done anything I regret,â David said. âIt was like this in the past, and it will be like this in the
future.â
In other words, Rachel must be Davidâs wife.
Old Mr. Jones glanced at David and left with his men.
After watching Old Mr. Jones leave, Rachel turned to look at David. âYou took action on Marina?â
âSure enough, I canât hide anything from you.â David looked at Rachel lovingly.
Rachelâs lips twitched. âI really canât think of any other reason why Old Mr. Jones came to you in anger
so early in the morning other than the fact that it has something to do with Marina.â
Besides, what happened last night had something to do with Marina.
Based on Davidâs personality, he would definitely not let this matter
rest.
Even without Davidâs help, Rachel would still think of ways to take
revenge.
âYouâve gone too far. Wonât you give others something to use against you?â Rachelâs eyes revealed a
hint of worry.
Not only were the people from the main branch and the side branches staring at David, but the people
from the Elders were also staring at him.
If David went overboard, Rachel was worried that others would have something on David.
The reason why Rachel came forward to scheme against Marina and Nathan was that she didnât want
others to have something on David.
David pulled Rachel into his arms and leaned over to kiss her brow. âThey wouldnât dare.â
They wouldnât dare?
Rachel knew very well that everything had its limit. Whether it was ambition or hatred, once it reached
a critical point, it would erupt.
At the same time, in the Elders.
At this moment, Harley was holding the painterâs brush in his hand as he drew a powerful stroke on the
white paper. When Harley heard the news from his trusted subordinate, the tip of the brush paused,
causing the stroke on the paper to reveal a flaw.