Chapter 1405

Liam's presence alone was intimidating enough, but with Hector and Joanna in the room as well, the tension there was suffocating. The sight of Hector sent a chill down Charlie's spine. After watching Hector carry Zion inside earlier, he hadn't dared utter a single word. Even Wilfred, who had just walked in, cleared his throat and rolled his shoulders as if trying to summon some courage. A room filled with powerhouses like this would unnerve anyone, and Wilfred felt it just as much as Charlie. Mason and Bailey stood off to the side. Mason broke the silence, asking, "Do you need medical equipment? I can arrange to have some brought over immediately." "No need." Wilfred interjected quickly. "Hackett Manor is fully equipped." Stepping closer, he worked carefully to pry open Zion's tightly clenched hand. It took a painstaking amount of time, but eventually, Zion's fingers began to loosen. Blood had already pooled in his palm. "Wow," Wilfred muttered. "He's ruthless to himself.