Take a life?

Roderick’s lips twisted into a cruel smile as he yanked Maguire’s head back by the hair. "I see. Then I guess killing you and burning this place to the ground will send Santino a nice message—don’t ever mess with the Blackwoods."

He turned toward Edwin, who stood silently by the door, eyes fixed on the scene before him.

"Here, Edwin," Roderick said, extending the blood-soaked dagger toward his brother. "Take this. Finish the job."

His voice was cold, devoid of emotion, as if he were asking Edwin to perform a menial chore rather than take a life.

Edwin swallowed hard, his throat dry as his brother’s words echoed in his mind. Cold sweat trickled down his face, and he remained frozen, his heart pounding in his chest.

"What’s the matter, Edwin? Don’t tell me you can’t do it?" Roderick’s tone was laced with contempt as he stared at Edwin, who stood several meters away. "This man just tried to kill us. He’s our enemy, and he deserves to die. So stop being such a coward and take care of him!
Continue to read this book on the App

Related Chapters

Latest Chapter