Chapter 155: Too Weak to Stand a Chance

Rock's face turned ashen the moment he saw Zane, a wave of anxiety washing over him. Sophie, on the other hand, felt a sense of relief at Zane's presence. Despite her disdain for his underworld connections, his acquaintance with Henry gave her hope of a safe departure. Leah, unfamiliar with Zane, snapped irritably, "Who are you guys, barging in like this and ruining our dinner?" Zane shot Leah a withering look and snapped back, "Zip it! Keep talking, and you'll be shark bait!" Leah blanched at his words, her fear palpable. Sophie considered stepping in but then thought twice. Perhaps letting her mother experience a little fear would make her own life easier, as long as Zane didn't go overboard. Rock, his voice faltering, blustered, "You'll regret it if you mess with me again!" Zane scoffed, "Regret? I should've hit you harder last time. You’ve been abusing your Thronex status, haven't you? Someone needs to show you who's boss in King City." "That's a lie!" Rock retorted. "Oh, p