Chapter 29- More Risk
Chris ordered Julian to meet him in the front yard, already imagining how he would humiliate Julian in front of everyone, then claim Emma for himself. He turned and stormed off, smirking to himself.
Luke, who’d been watching the exchange, let out a deep sigh. "How am I supposed to report this to the higher-ups..." he muttered, then looked at Julian with a worried gaze. "Please... don’t overdo it."
Julian simply answered, his tone cool and almost amused, "I can’t promise that."
Luke could only shake his head and left. Emma, now looking distressed, approached Julian. "I’m so sorry... this is all getting out of hand because of me."
Julian gently looked at her. "It’s fine. It’s a partner’s job to protect each other, right?" His words made Emma’s cheeks flush bright red.
After a brief silence, Julian asked, "What exactly is your relationship with Chris?"
Emma sighed. "Like I said, we only worked together back when I was modeling. But he kept following me everywhere, trying to get closer. I’ve turned him down so many times... but he never gave up."
Understanding dawned on Julian’s face, his eyes darkening with anger. "Then I’ll make sure to beat him within an inch of his life for daring to chase my woman."
They arrived at the front yard, where a crowd had already gathered, whispering excitedly about the upcoming duel. In the center stood Chris, a dagger in hand, his face twisted with arrogance. "I’m going to beat you until you beg for mercy!" he shouted.