Chapter 519

Edward Ackerley instinctively tilted his head to dodge, but still got grazed on the cheek. Miles Ackerley followed up with another punch, this time landing squarely in Edward’s gut. Reginald Ackerley exploded, "What are you standing around for?! Do something!" The bodyguards snapped into action, and so did Broderick Ackerley’s crew. The scene instantly devolved into chaos. Leslie Green stood off to the side, itching to jump in. She loved nothing more than kicking someone when they were down. Seeing her move made Edward panic. "What are you waiting for? Protect me and my dad!" he yelled. Reginald hadn’t expected Leslie to actually throw hands. Still, she only faked a swipe at them for now. She wanted to at least pretend to be all ladylike in front of Broderick. Reginald’s guards got completely wrecked, all groaning on the floor. Leslie’s eyes swept over Edward and Reginald like a blade. "Broderick, tell me—if your uncle and cousin suddenly vanished without a trace, you think anyone woul