Chapter 225

Mu Gong paled at the young master's words, his heart filled with dread. He had barely managed to keep Adam alive, but now a new threat had emerged. He knew that refusing the young master's request would invite even greater danger, but he could not bear to sell his daughter's dignity.

Meanwhile, Mu Shiyun herself was trembling with fear, her eyes darting from one person to another in search of a way out. She had no desire to be alone with Hong Yue, the thought making her skin crawl.

"No, young master Hong, please, I can't," Mu Shiyun stammered as she took a step back, her small frame shaking with terror. "I... Please let me and my father go."

Hong Yue's smile deepened as he leaned in close to Mu Shiyun's face. "Don't worry, little girl. I'll take good care of you tonight."

Mu Shiyun felt her knees buckle with fear as Hong Yue's face loomed closer, his foul breath assaulting her senses. Adam could see the fear in her eyes, and it fueled his resolve to do something. However, before he co