Chapter 1148

Stanley was terrified by Elliot's attitude, and his already pale complexion from blood loss turned even paler. "Grandpa, save me! I don't want to go to a high-security prison. Elliot wants to ruin me!" Santiago became distressed, coughing heavily. Elliot helped Santiago ease the coughing fit, though his decisions remained unwavering. Desperate to protect Stanley, Santiago pleaded, "Are you trying to kill your own cousin? I'm fine now. There's no need for such a severe punishment. Eli, listen to me this time, and don't be stubborn!" Elliot fell silent once again. Seeing how uncomfortable Santiago was when he coughed, Elliot did not want to upset him further, especially considering his recent awakening and weakened condition. He could not bring himself to burden Santiago with the distressing details of Stanley's actions. Stanley felt a glimmer of hope when he noticed Santiago's intervention suppressed Elliot's momentum, and Peter also breathed a sigh of relief. As the a