Return of the Crowned Heiress novel Chapter 426

It was only thanks to Stephan's quick reflexes and unmatched strength that the worst had been avoided. As he caught Felicia mid-fall, he planted a powerful kick on Frank's chest, using the momentum to roll them both to safety. They landed away from the edge, unharmed.

Frank, however, wasn't so lucky. Dragged by gravity and unable to regain his balance, he plunged straight into the grinding machine below. The horrific sound of metal tearing through flesh was the only marker of his end—there wasn't even time for him to scream.

"Let's get out of here," Mike said, shielding Sandra's eyes from the scene. He didn't want her to see any of it.

As for whether Frank had accomplices or if someone else had orchestrated the kidnapping, Mike left those questions to his men to handle.

His team had now arrived and taken over the cleanup. They secured the area and ensured no loose ends were left.

Sandra still hadn't woken up. Her face was flushed, and her hair was soaked with sweat.

Felicia checked her pulse and exhaled in relief. "She was given a mild sedative. It's not a heavy dose, but she's also running a low-grade fever from the shock. Give her some medicine, and she'll be fine. Nothing else to worry about."

Mike's tension finally eased. He turned his gaze to the subdued attackers on the floor, his expression growing darker and his anger sharper.

"Thank you, Felicia," Mike said earnestly. "You saved my daughter. You saved both of us, really. If you're willing, I'd like to have Sandra officially call you her godmother. She'll owe you a lifetime of gratitude."

He paused, then added, "And, of course, there's Stephan. But he's already her godfather, so there's not much more to say on that front."

The suggestion caught Felicia off guard. She glanced at Stephan instinctively, but he had already retreated to the car, his demeanor as distant and cold as ever.

"Typical," she thought.

Felicia politely declined, "It's late, and Sandra still has a fever. You should get her home and let her rest."

Mike nodded. "Alright, I'll take her back. You can ride with Stephan. He'll take you home."