Chapter 2438: Chapter 2445

Causing harm to the woman he cherished was a no-no.

This principle was straightforward, and easily understood by Wayne but lost on Vicki, a clear case of being too close to discern it properly.

Jarrod remained unfazed by Wayne’s words, displaying no hint of intimidation.

He knew Wayne would undoubtedly recognize an opportunity and make use of it should any signs of being intimated on his part.

Jarrod’s countenance remained composed.

“Mr.

Hampton, should anything unfortunate befall you during your visit around the Schultz Group, be assured that I will ensure a fitting farewell for you.

I will also ‘attend to’ your family.

”

Jarrod’s words were a veiled threat, delivered with precision and clarity.

Normally speaking, he eschewed empty threats and prolonged debates, favoring direct business strategies and decisive actions.

Wayne’s expression shifted.

“Mr.

Schultz, what precisely do you imply? Are you insinuating a threat against my family? What exactly do you mean by ‘attend to’?”

“That’s absurd!”

Wayne knew very well that Jarrod was threatening him with his family, his threats tinged with surgical precision.

Wayne’s fury was tangible as he bellowed, “Do you think I still care about my aging vessel? If you’re willing to forsake everything just for that woman, I’ll batter my head against the gates of the Schultz Group! Let’s see how the public reacts to the lavish funeral you said you would hold up for me!”

Jarrod’s composure only deepened.

“Feel free to try.

But can you ensure the welfare of your offspring, especially those out of your wedlock? Are you truly that confident?”

“What nonsense are you uttering!” Wayne’s voice quivered.

Jarrod, unfazed, replied, “I’m aware of your three children in Ardlens alone, not to mention those in Melver and Nicholsy.

Your grandsons are studying abroad, three of them, if memory serves.

Do you truly wish to abandon them, to miss their weddings and the births of their children?” He smirked.

“That’s a prospect you’d come to regret, wouldn’t you?”

Wayne was astonished by Jarrod’s intimate knowledge of his personal affairs.

It dawned on him that Jarrod had been anticipating this confrontation all along.

“Jarrod, are you truly prepared to engage in conflict with the Hampton family over that crazy woman? Have you thoroughly considered the consequences? Is she truly worth it?”

“Mr.

Hampton, mind your language.

She’s the mother of my child,”

Jarrod retorted, his expression frosty.

Jarrod’s tone cut like ice.

“I’ve always shown you respect.

Please extend the same courtesy to her.

Otherwise, there will be no further interaction between the Schultz and Hampton families.

”

Jarrod’s stance had evolved.

Had Wayne not resorted to threats, he wouldn’t have been concerned about financial repercussions.

Wealth could always be regained.

But Wayne’s opportunism and lack o f gratitude were unbearable.

After all, his compensation was a considerable fortune.

The nerve of Wayne resorting to threat after taking that hefty sum of money!

Wayne’s complexion paled, and he began coughing uncontrollably, rendered speechless.

His pitiful state almost evoked sympathy.

Jarrod, maintaining a frigid demeanor, activated the intercom with a decisive push.

“Alec, kindly guide Mr.

Hampton out.

”

Alec entered, observing Wayne’s frail state.

Taking charge without hesitation, he summoned two security personnel.

“Escort Mr.

Hampton out with utmost care.

Should any harm befall him, I will ensure accountability rests with you.

Is that clear?”

The two guards approached Wayne, each providing a supportive hold on an arm.

Protesting, Wayne thumped his chest and proclaimed, “Jarrod Schultz, mark my words! You shall rue this day! Treating the Hampton family thus shall bring you remorse!”

The bodyguards swiftly shut the door, cutting off Wayne’s voice entirely.

However, Wayne persisted, his furious roar echoing.

“Jarrod, you owe us an apology! You owe Vicki an apology! She’s an exceptional girl, and she’s been mistreated by that woman… You owe her an apology…”

Wayne’s voice gradually diminished, likely due to the bodyguards dragging him away, though his muffled cries remained audible.