Chapter 14

Confronted with Natalie's threat, they had no choice but to succumb and begrudgingly consume the dog pellets on the ground. At that moment, survival trumped dignity. Clement and his cohorts brimmed with resentment toward Sebastian. He was the reason they were enduring humiliation. Clement silently vowed to make Sebastian pay the price at any cost. Elijah and Lillian lingered outside the hotel, their gazes fixed on the entrance, anxiously awaiting Sebastian's appearance. As the Shadowtiger's members dispersed, they contemplated stepping inside to investigate, only to be promptly denied entry by the vigilant hotel security. This denial weighed heavily on their minds, leaving them profoundly concerned. Elijah and Lillian were the only ones concerned, however. The rest of the family couldn't care less whether Sebastian was dead or alive. If it weren't for the fear of upsetting Elijah, they would have left long ago. Lucas grew impatient waiting. He blurted, "Grandpa, the Shadowtiger'