Chapter 1581

Soon, the woman with a horse-like face snapped, "Who do you think you are? Get lost, or I'll call someone to teach you a lesson!" Jack stepped forward. "What's going on here?" He shifted slightly, positioning himself protectively in front of Joanne. Wilhelmina stepped up beside him, her cold eyes fixed on the woman without a hint of warmth. The presence of Jack and Wilhelmina together was overwhelming. The woman faltered, clearly intimidated. Stammering, she asked, "Wh-who are you people?" Jack ignored her question entirely. "Get lost," he said coldly. The single phrase carried an unmistakable edge, sending a shiver down her spine. She wanted to retort, but under the weight of their stares, her courage failed her. Finally, she turned to Joanne and spat, "Don't think you're special just because you've got backup. This isn't over!" With that, she scurried away. Once she was gone, the young man who had been standing nearby spoke up. "Joanne, are you okay?" Joann