Chapter 1730

"Listen closely. You need to ensure Chandler loses in the upcoming fashion designer selection. If you don't follow my orders, every punch and kick you've taken today will pale in comparison to what will happen to your woman." The leader patted Adrian's bloodied face, his tone casual and dismissive. "What just happened was a warning. Remember this feeling. If you try to be clever, I'll show you what true despair means." With that, he signaled to his men and left Adrian and Ursula behind. They climbed into their car and drove off, leaving a cloud of dust in their wake. Ursula crawled over to Adrian, helping him sit up against her chest. She slapped his face repeatedly, trying to bring him back to consciousness. "Adrian, can you hear me? Don't sleep. Open your eyes. Please, look at me! I'm begging you—just give me a sign that you're okay. Someone help us!" The surroundings were pitch black, with only the broken car lights casting a faint glow. Adrian lay motionless in her arms, his w