Chapter 45 The Weight of Sacrifice The thought of Lauren marrying another man ignited a jealousy so fierce that it felt like a raging fire that threatened to consume him .
noo Lauren , dont be foolish .
The Brooker family is no place for you , and the Bossman is no one you can handle Kenneths voice softened , but the urgency in his eyes only grew stronger .
Lauren was afraid of him , but at that moment , she just stared at him calmly .
After a long pause , she finally said .
I cant handle him ? But I can handle you ? Kenneths heart clenched at her words , as if she had hit his most vulnerable spot .
For a moment , he almost believed that there was a hint of something deeper in her words .
But when he met her indifferent gaze , he realized that it was nothing more than sarcasm .
Still , for that brief moment , he had allowed himself to hope , and his heart had raced .
Realizing that she had never had any special feelings for him , his eyes filled with complex emotions turned a deep , angry red.
His expression frightened Lauren , and she couldnt help but push against him again .
The man stood still , his presence oppressive and threatening Do you really think I would let you marry someone else ? His words carried an ambiguous weight that made Laurens heart skip a beat .
She met his obsessive gaze but quickly lowered her eyes , uncomfortable .
Who I marry is none of your business Kenneths brow furrowed , and he suddenly let out a cold laugh .
The sound echoed in the cramped storeroom , carrying an eerie , suffocating tension .
None of my business ? You say that so easily .
As long as my sister is unconscious , your life belongs to the Gray family .
Do you still think its none of my business ? As he spoke , his grip on her shoulders tightened , as if he wanted to imprint years of obsession into that single moment .
The pain in her injured shoulder was excruciating , but Lauren gritted her teeth and refused to cry out .
Her hands trembled .
slightly .
The freshly bandaged wound on Kenneths palm began to bleed again from the force of his grip .
But he seemed to ignore the pain , as if he were punishing himself as well as Lauren .
He continued to tighten his grip , the blood staining Laurens clothes .
It was impossible to tell whose blood it was , his or hers .
Kenneth hated himself for this .
I had once cared deeply for her and had even planned to confess his feelings after we entered the same university .
At that time , my heart was full of hope for the future .
But all these dreams had been shattered by Lauren Five years had passed , and I thought I had moved on .
However , when I heard that she was going to marry someone else , my jealousy was uncontrollable .
It felt like countless insects were gnawing heart .
How could I still care about her ? She had hurt Elaine .
She was convict .
She didnt deserve me .
As Kenneth stared at Lauren , the storm of emotions in his eyes gradually calmed down , replaced by a cold indifference .
His icy gaze was like a winter cellar , devoid of any warmth .
Finally , he let her go .
Lauren trembled and cowered in the corner .
Only when Kenneth left the room did her delicate eyelids flutter .
12:26 PM M Chapter 45 The Weight of Sacrifice Finished Meanwhile , in the other room , Elliot stood in front of his parents , his face filled with anxiety .
Dad , Mom , you know that the Brooker family Bossman has a terrible reputation .
Why are you forcing Laurie into this marriage ? Shes still your daughter .
Even if you dont like her , you cant just throw her to the wolves .
David slammed his hand down on the table in anger .
Nonsense ! How can I throw her to the wolves ? Marrying into the Brooker family is an honor for someone of her status .
Elliot looked at his father in disbelief .
his lips trembling .
Dad , Lauries health was ruined during those five years in prison .
Youre sending her to marry a violent man .
Do you want to shorten her life! The thought of Laurens frail , broken body facing the uncertainties of the Brooker family filled Elliot with anger and worry .
Davids face turned livid , his eyes wide with rage .
His voice rose .
If she wont marry him , do you want Willow to marry him instead ? Elliot stiffened , and his gaze shifted to Willow .
He met her sad eyes and felt a pang of guilt .
But sacrificing Lauren was something I couldnt accept either .
But ..
No buts ! David cut him off , his tone slightly softer .
The auction will be held in a few days .
The Brooker family is determined to win the Eastgate project .
Even if the Bennett and Gray families join forces , we may not be able to compete .
If the Brooker family secures the Eastgate land , our position in Hoverdales business world will gradually be eroded .
David frowned , his face filled with worry as he continued .
The government has already issued documents prioritizing the Eastgate project .
Once its developed , the commercial center of Hoverdale will gradually shift there .
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