Chapter 368

Conrad landed lightly on the ground, his movements as graceful as a swan. He remained untouched by the dust. In contrast, Steven was pale, with blood trickling from the corners of his mouth. His hands trembled as Conrad's withered hand tightened around his neck. "You survived?" Conrad's surprise was evident. He had expected his strike to kill Steven instantly. Intrigued, he tightened his grip, intent on studying Steven further. "Steven!" Jillian cried out, tears streaming down her face as she tried to rush forward, only to be held back by Leonard. "Jill, think of me, think of our family! Don't throw your life away! That's the Silva family. They could crush us all with a single finger. Even the mayor has chosen to back down. Can't you see the reality of the situation?" Leonard's eyes were filled with sorrow, his voice heavy with resignation. Despite his seasoned cynicism and having been battered by reality countless times, he had still held onto a sliver of hope that Steven might