Chapter 413

"Michael, you can’t do this to my family. They’re part of the Carter clan too!" Siyao said in a panic. She had an eighteen-year-old younger brother whose whole life still lay ahead of him. "Their life or death depends entirely on the decision you make right now. If you comply, I’ll take the necessary steps," Michael said coldly, a murderous gleam in his eyes. Siyao’s breath hitched. Was Michael really going to kill her here? And why did she feel so certain that he could? Why was he so obsessed with Ruby? "Fine. I’ll go back with you," Siyao finally surrendered, her voice bitter. Even if she went through the pain of childbirth, Michael would discard the child like trash. What was the point of bringing a life into this world just to be rejected? Once upon a time, she had foolishly hoped Michael might have a place for her in his heart. But now it was clear—Michael had no space for any woman, except Ruby. At that moment, Siyao’s two assistants arrived, flanked by bodyguards whose intimidat