Chapter 348

Chapter 348 93%

The accusations from the crowd grew increasingly intense, but not a single voice disputed Elysia. Bianca’s father, head bowed low, realized that his act of kneeling had only earned him censure and insults, nothing more, When he knelt down, he wanted to ask for Elysia’s forgiveness and spare his daughter. But seeing more and more people gathering, he became determined, thinking that if Elysia didn’t agree, he could only continue kneeling shamelessly.

People naturally sympathize with the weak. Seeing an older man kneeling before a young girl would surely shift public opinion in his favor. Elysia would find herself cornered, with no choice but to give in to his request.

But he didn’t expect that Elysia wasn’t intimidated by this scene at all.

If it were any other girl, seeing an elder kneeling to her, she would have panicked, either coming over to help him up or letting him kneel, and it would be over after venting her anger.

But Elysia didn’t. She was calm and wise, and even thought of asking everyone questions to silence them.

In this way, if someone wanted to speak for them later, they would also take this into consideration and remain silent. He thought, ‘Is such a proactive person really only eighteen years old?‘

Denzel let out a long sigh, his body collapsing as if his spine had been pulled out. The Evans family, worthy of being from the Evans family, even if they had been living outside for many years, they wouldn’t be bad.

He wanted to speak about the importance of blood ties, but thinking of his daughter, he abandoned that thought. Denzel sneered. Blood ties meant nothing when his daughter’s character bore no resemblance to his own.

The Evans family was furious. They had already been enraged when they learned that the Janssen family’s daughter had spread rumors to ruin Elysia’s reputation. But even after receiving legal notice, she escalated matters, attempting to take Elysia’s life.

Quinita’s face darkened, and her tone was unkind. “Mr. Janssen, Mrs. Janssen, we are all parents. If it were your daughter who was persecuted today, would you forgive that scum who shamelessly begged for forgiveness?”

Seeing that they remained silent, Quinita continued, “Anyway, I won’t. As for you, if you are willing to forgive, I wouldn’t mind letting your daughter experience the same torment my daughter endured.

“As for the severity, I have no sense of proportion. Anyway, I’ll just apologize to you afterwards, and the matter will be settled.”

Her meaning was crystal clear. Forgiveness was possible, as long as they openly admitted that they would not pursue the matter if their own daughter suffered a similar ordeal in the future, as long as the perpetrator apologized.

But they couldn’t bring themselves to say such a thing. After all, Mrs. Evans had just said she had no sense of proportion when it came to meting out punishment.

Moreover, she hadn’t specified how many times this “lesson” would be inflicted. The Evans family was powerful; even ten times the former Janssen family wouldn’t be able to compete with them.

In this light, keeping his daughter in prison might actually be a good thing–at least she would be safe. But the thought of her carrying the stain of incarceration for life left Denzel uneasy.

But he had done everything he could, everything he should have done. Now, there was nothing left to do.

It was ironic when he thought about it. He remembered telling his daughter not to curry favor with Elysia, but his daughter didn’t listen. Not only did she not curry favor, but she ended up offending her.

Elysia leaned against Quinita as Fabian walked up to them, his voice cold and deep. “The Janssen family is truly something. I had just left when you turned on my sister. Do you think we Evanses are easy to bully?

1/3 09.29 wed, Chapter 348 “Thinking back, it seems I showed you too much mercy. Just wait, Mr. Janssen. I will devour the Janssen family bit by bit.

The last three words were not spoken aloud but formed on his lips. Denzel understood, and at that moment, all strength drained from his body.

As if this were not enough, Edward’s eyes were filled with coldness. Had he not been mindful of his wife and daughter needing space to speak, he would have been unable to contain his rage and confront Denzel.

Now that they had finished speaking, it was his turn.

Edward frowned, “Mr. Janssen has always had a good reputation in the business world, but today, you’ve changed my perception. Your daughter slandered mine–do you really think a single kneel and a pitiful act will make this all go away?”

“To be honest, your ability to raise a daughter is uncomplimentary. That being said, Mr. Janssen, just remember this: this matter will not end well.”

With that, Edward took his wife and daughter’s hands and left. The Evans brothers, seeing this, did not spare the couple another glance and followed.

The Janssen couple remained kneeling on the ground, though “kneeling” was not quite the right word. They were more like collapsed figures. Rebecca was completely stunned, her eyes vacant and unmoving.

Seeing there was no more drama to be had, the crowd dispersed, leaving the couple alone in the hall. They did not stay long;

security soon came to usher them out.

When their calls were ignored, the security guards were forced to physically remove the couple, dragging them out.

After being thrown out, they finally came to their senses. Rebecca could not hold back her tears, while Denzel, a businessman, appeared calmer.

He stood up, dusted himself off, and then helped Rebecca up. “Don’t cry. It’s okay.” He wiped away her tears as he spoke.

Rebecca said, “How can you say it’s okay? The Janssen family and Bianca are all finished.”

Denzel said, “As long as there is life, there is hope. As long as we are alive, there is nothing we can’t overcome. As for Bianca, she did something wrong and deserves to be punished.”

His tone held a hint of helplessness. Rebecca stopped crying and wiped her tears.

Speaking of Elysia, after returning to the presidential suite and settling on the sofa, all eyes fell on her. Their gazes seemed to pierce through her.

Elysia asked, “Mom, Dad, what is this?”

Edward asked, “If we hadn’t come to Sivro this time, were you planning to keep this from us?”

Quinita glanced sideways at Edward and chided, “Why are you so serious? You’ll scare Elysia.”

Edward said, “Of course I’m worried. This child didn’t even tell us about such a big thing.”

“It’s a good thing nothing happened. If something had...” Edward didn’t dare to continue. He changed the subject and said, “No, I have to get Elysia a few bodyguards. That way, no one will dare to bully her.”

Elysia froze when she heard that bodyguards would be arranged. “Well, Dad, actually, there’s no need-”

Before she could finish, Javier’s voice rang out. “I think Dad is right. We should arrange for bodyguards. The more, the better.”