From Ashes of Scandals to His Embrace novel Chapter 399

“Baal might be a partner, but our relationship is all about using each other. When this is over, there’s no reason for us to ever cross paths again.”

The butler didn’t know much about business, but after hearing Laurinda, he got the message. He understood exactly how he was supposed to treat Baal from now on.

“So, if Baal shows up at the door again, I just don’t let him in?”

“He won’t be back.”

Laurinda gave a soft laugh. She knew exactly how Adolphus handled things. If Baal wasn’t allowed in today, Adolphus would make sure he never came around again.

Baal was dragged out by six men and dumped right next to his car parked on the street. He glared furiously as Adolphus pedaled up on his bike, arriving late and looking completely unfazed. Baal’s voice was sharp and accusing. “Do you even know what you’re doing?”

Adolphus stayed on his bicycle, one foot on the ground. He reached into his pocket for a pack of cigarettes, slid one out, and lit up. After a long drag, he exhaled slowly, watching the smoke drift away. He waved off the other men, signaling for them to go.

Now it was just the two of them. Adolphus’s eyes turned cold as he fixed his gaze on Baal. His voice was calm and clear. “Don’t come here again. Next time, it won’t just be you getting tossed out.”

“Who do you think you are? What gives you the right to make decisions for Laurinda? I’ve known her parents for years. I promised them I’d take care of her. You—”

“You promised her parents? Did you forget what Laurinda’s father told you? Didn’t he warn you to keep your distance from his wife and daughter?”

Baal’s eyes widened, shock flickering across his face. He never expected Adolphus to know about that conversation.

“How… How do you know about that?”

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