Revenge of the Hideous Lady

Chapter 428

Zack Cassidy’s eyes opened wide, attentive and brimming with curiosity.

He slowly approached the wooden desk before holding onto the edge and looking straight into Stanley’s eyes. “Is Xyla behaving oddly around you? What exactly do you mean by attitude changes? Is she being apathetic toward you? I can’t believe this is actually happening to you.”

Stanley’s face darkened instantaneously.

Zack immediately realized that he had gone a bit too far. Clearing his throat, he took in a deep breath. He chose his next words carefully before whispering, “My apologies, Fifth Master. My words were chosen poorly.”

This was true, as even Zack was surprised at how he simply blurted out everything that was on his mind.

He felt his scalp go numb.

“Do you crave death, Zack?” Stanley asked, each word more frigid than the last.

“I do not, Fifth Master...” Zack responded apprehensively.

“No, I’m pretty sure you do.” Stanley glared at him, his frown almost overbearing.

“...” Zack Cassidy dared