Chapter 161
The crack of a fractured sternum echoed through the room.
Howard's body was slammed back, the force sending him crashing to the ground along with his chair, creating a cacophony of chaos.
Propped against the wall, Howard coughed up blood, his face contorted in agony as he groaned. "It hurts! Y-You... Why?"
Matthew's voice was cold as he replied, "Walter said someone would claim that book, and that person is me. He taught you medicine, yet you destroyed his family. That punch should teach you a lesson!" Howard's face contorted in pain, and he showed a hint of surprise amidst his suffering. "My mentor... didn't lie to me? What he said was true? I..."
As he spoke, his voice grew quieter, his gasps weakening.
Matthew turned and walked away, reaching the clinic's entrance where the nurse who had chased the patient away earlier stood.
The nurse flashed a smile at Matthew. "Sir, you're leaving already? Safe travels!"
Matthew's voice was icy. "If you want to sell yourself, go to a nightclub. You'll make more money there. Don't tarnish the nursing profession!"
The nurse stood there, utterly bewildered by the unexpected scolding. Her mouth was agape, unsure of what to say in response.
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Meanwhile, in a villa elsewhere, William's face was as cold as ice. Despite all efforts, they couldn't find a clue about Jeffrey's whereabouts.
The household staff member was drenched in sweat as he reported, "I've searched everywhere, but I couldn't find him. The owner of Rose Bar said Matthew went there but left later with a few people.
"The owner said that Jeffrey went there as well, but left earlier. I tried to check the security footage, but she said it's been down for a week because they needed to do some maintenance work. I think there's something fishy about the bar."
William's eagle-like eyes glinted with intensity. "How dare a snake dare to mess with the Smith family? Does she have a death wish? Wait until Sheldon gets here, he'll settle the score with her."
"Go investigate Matthew's background. I want every detail from his birth until now. I want to know who he is. How dare he mess with my grandson!"
The household staff member's surprise was obvious. It had been over 20 years since he had seen William this furious.
Someone had truly angered him this time. Matthew, Rachel, and the owner of Rose Bar were all in hot water. Lambda City was about to tremble from William's wrath.
"Alright, don't worry. I'll dig up every detail about him," the household staff assured.
At Rose Bar, Rose furrowed her brows in frustration. She had set a honey trap for Matthew last night, but he hadn't shown up or contacted her since.
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Her seductive gaze could normally enchant any man, yet Matthew seemed to be immune to it.
She couldn't help but think to herself, "Matthew, I don't think you can resist me today."
Jolly Xanders, who was next to Rose, fretted "What should we do, Rose? The people from the Smith, family are suspicious of us.
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Otherwise, they wouldn't be asking about the surveillance footage."
Rose didn't take the situation seriously at all. "Let them suspect all they want. The Smith family has wealth and power. Any move they make will shake the whole city don't think they'll dare act
recklessly."
At Wealthwave Group, Matthew sat in the president's office, sipping his steaming coffee slowly. "Mhm, the coffee is good. Seems like there's special fragrance to it too."
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Rachel furrowed her brows slightly.
A trace of displeasure crossed her icy face. She had taken a sip from the same cup earlier, finding her lipstick mark still on the rim of the cup. en
Matthew had shared a cup with her again.
"I offered to make you a cup just now and you said didn't want it!"Text content © NôvelDrama.Org.
Matthew looked at Rachel and smiled. "Making another cup of coffee means more dishes to wash. Isn't that troublesome? I can save you some if you want. Go ahead, have a sip!" As he spoke, he slowly pushed the cup toward her.
Rachel's face was flushed red, and she cursed inwardly. Matthew was such a flirt! Using a cup she'd already used. And he even asked her to drink what was left. This was outrageous! Upon seeing Rachel staring at the cup in silence, Matthew chuckled. "I just took a sip. It's not too hot or too cold now. Hurry up and drink it. It'll get cold if you wait too long."
Rachel turned crimson down to her neck as she looked at the cup, unsure of what to do.
Just then...