A Journey from Bitterness to Truth (Matilda and Yvan) novel Chapter 396

The moment Hadrian turned his gaze to Orson, he was met with the same expressionless face, unaffected by the disdain in Hadrian’s eyes, showing not a hint of fear.

Who had leaked the information?

In this critical moment, Hadrian had no choice but to smooth things over, lest everything he worked for be exposed. He quickly said, "No, there’s been no deal, Ms. Thompson. You’re mistaken. It was my wife’s misunderstanding that hurt you. Let’s discuss this privately. I mean no offense, truly. I wanted to consider you as my goddaughter, never anticipating things would escalate like this..."

Everyone was shocked!

Hadrian had never been seen trying to make amends so politely, even offering an olive branch!

This was the ruthless leader of the Jungle Union, Hadrian!

And yet... he was repeatedly trying to bring Matilda into the Crowe family? What secrets did this woman hold?

Matilda, clearly skeptical, responded with a cold smile, "Really? Sorry, Mr. Crowe, but I find your explanation hard to believe. I have no interest in further entanglements with you. Let me go, and we’ll have no ties. If you insist on keeping me here, I’m prepared to burn bridges!"

Burn bridges!

She had been kidnapped and insulted, and now, everyone connected to her was dragged into this mess. How many were involved because of her?

Who was so determined to see her dead?

Seeing Hadrian’s face, an unusual emotion flickered through his weary eyes as he said, "Ms. Thompson, there might still be a way out. Even if not as my goddaughter, I’d like to invite you to join our Jungle Union..."

"Jungle Union?"

Matilda laughed, "A criminal syndicate yet to go legit, no matter how powerful, what’s the use? The day you're exposed is the day you fall. Join the Jungle Union? Why would I choose to live in the shadows when I can walk in the light?"