Bride of Retribution: Aloof Billionaire's Dominant Game

”It’s not about asking or not. If you’re willing to negotiate, we’ll save ourselves some trouble. If not, whatever you wish is fine. I’ve handed everything over to the lawyers to handle.” Perhaps this is a farewell never to meet again. Even if she comes back in the future, she will avoid any occasion where she might encounter Atlas Hallow.

”It’s easy to resolve. I don’t need compensation; we can talk about something else.” Atlas Hallow’s voice was hoarse, with underlying meaning.

Charlotte Miller stood up completely, her rosy lips losing all color. This man still wanted to use this to control her. She spoke coldly, ”President Hallow, there’s no need to say more. We truly cannot communicate; let’s leave it at that.” Her forehead was breaking out in cold sweat, so angry that even her fingers were trembling.

This statement made everyone understand, and they all lowered their heads knowingly. Ethan Baird also stood up, looked at Atlas Hallow, and slowly gave him a thumbs down with a face full of contempt.

If it weren’t a formal occasion, he really wanted to rush up and beat Atlas Hallow’s face to a pulp.

Atlas Hallow still wore that wanton cold smile, indifferent to Ethan Baird’s reactions. It was only when he saw Ethan wrap an arm around Charlotte Miller’s waist that his face began to turn ashen.

Charlotte felt like she could barely stand. What kind of woman did he take her for?

She was dressed in formal business attire, yet this man, in front of so many people, wanted to strip away her dignity and upbringing.

He was signaling to her that this man was nothing short of an irredeemable bastard.

”There’s another condition you can choose.” Atlas Hallow’s eyes were filled with bloodthirsty cruelty as he slowly said to Charlotte, ”Leave his company and never work for him again.”

The air in the meeting room reached its lowest pressure, as if about to explode. Even the lawyers, accustomed to serious scenes, found it hard to bear. Everyone kept their heads down in silence, no one daring to speak, breathing carefully.

Charlotte looked at Atlas Hallow, and for a moment, a flicker of despair and panic, like a trapped beast, crossed her eyes before disappearing.

Her clear eyes met his, and she said word by word, ”President Hallow, you can contact my lawyer for any matter in the future. Our communication is truly terrible.”

Ethan Baird didn’t even feel like saying anything more, as Atlas Hallow was far more difficult than he imagined. He didn’t really want to resolve this issue. A few days ago, Atlas Hallow had agreed to negotiate. They thought that businessmen prioritize profit and would pay a little more, but they didn’t expect this outcome.

As they left, Charlotte’s steps were unsteady. Ethan truly felt for this girl; she bore too many burdens on her shoulders, keeping even more in her heart. She’s really been through a lot.

After Ethan Baird left with Charlotte and Atlas Hallow also departed, the suffocating low pressure in the room finally dissipated. The lawyers whispered among themselves; it seemed inevitable that this lawsuit would be fought.

As the car drove on the road, Charlotte closed her eyes to hide all the sadness and pain. Why did this man have to hurt her so?

She really wanted to question Atlas Hallow on what grounds he did this.

This time, it truly brought Ethan Baird into the mess as well.

”Charlotte, don’t worry about the compensation amount.” After dropping Charlotte off at the hotel, Ethan comforted her, ”Just go up and rest well. Remember not to go out casually. I’ll handle some things and then return. We have a flight out tomorrow afternoon.”

They had to leave eventually. Staying a few more days was pointless, so they might as well fly back to the United States immediately. This was Atlas Hallow’s turf, and if they really had to confront him, it would still be a bit troublesome.

So soon? Charlotte smiled bitterly. Thinking about it, the sooner the better; she really couldn’t stay any longer.

She returned to her room, locked the door, took a hot shower, changed into a robe, and sat on the sofa in the living room. It began to rain outside.

This was the first spring rain of the year, arriving a bit late.

The rain was damp and continuous, starting in the afternoon and not stopping, persisting into the evening.

Ethan Baird didn’t return that night.

Charlotte only realized this the next morning when she woke up. Her heartbeat seemed to skip a beat. They were supposed to leave today, so why hadn’t he come back all night?

Because she waited past one o’clock but still didn’t see Ethan return, he must have had some business. Previously, he often came back in the early hours, so she didn’t think much of it. But now she had to be cautious.

She bit her lip, then picked up her phone and dialed Ethan Baird’s number, not expecting that he wouldn’t pick up.

Something must have happened...

At this time, his phone would not be turned off. Charlotte refused to give up and called repeatedly, making dozens of calls until her phone became warm in her hand, still unanswered.

She paced back and forth with her phone, her heart anxious yet repeatedly warning herself not to act rashly.

If Atlas Hallow dared do anything to Ethan, she would never forgive him for the rest of her life.

She kept waiting, and by noon, there was still no news. They were supposed to fly back to the United States this afternoon, and they should have been heading to the airport by now. Ethan was not someone who lacked awareness of time.

There’s no need to guess. It must be Atlas Hallow.

She changed clothes and called room service to order a car.

As she entered the elevator, her eyes filled with heat. Even now, when they were about to leave, unexpected complications arose. What happened to Ethan?

”I want to see you.” Charlotte chose a café near Hallow Clan and instructed Annie Gray to hide in the distance. If Atlas Hallow attempted to take her by force, Annie was to call the police.

She didn’t dare enter Hallow Clan anymore. If Ethan’s disappearance wasn’t due to Atlas, and she ended up detained by him, it would truly be a complete defeat.

”I’ll be waiting in my office.” Atlas Hallow sat behind his desk, a satisfied smile on his lips, his voice low and enticing.

”I’m at the café across the street. You come down...” Charlotte, hearing Atlas’s tone, felt 90% sure it was his doing. Wasn’t he afraid of making an enemy of the entire Baird Family?

”What, are you afraid I’ll eat you?” This woman had learned to be smart, knowing to meet him outside.

”Yes, afraid, so come down...” Charlotte didn’t hide her distrust of Atlas, softly replying truthfully.

Atlas Hallow hung up the phone, stood up, opened his office door, and walked out. The game was truly beginning.

What did she mean by afraid? She still hadn’t tasted it thoroughly...