Chapter 145

"Drunk driving is a criminal offense. You should know that better than anyone," Liam said in a sharp and unforgiving tone. "Are you threatening me?" James gritted his teeth and took a few steps forward. "So what? Do you think the Frank family has no connections in Jazonia after all these years?" "I don't have many connections, but even the best connections can't stand being dragged down by someone like you," Liam shot back, pulling out his phone. James' anger spiraled out of control when he sensed the mockery in Liam's tone. Fueled by alcohol, he clenched his fists tightly. "Shut up!" he shouted as he threw a punch at Liam. His punch flew fast and hard, but missed Liam by a mile. James staggered and almost fell face-first, but a firm grip grabbed his shoulder and steadied him before he hit the ground. It was Wendy. She had somehow come downstairs unnoticed. Both James and Liam stared at her in surprise. Once James regained his footing, Wendy released him and stepped beside Liam