Chapter 135: Tears, lies, And a Heart of Fire Novel
Chapter 135 The Children's Leverage Chapter 135 The Children's Leverage 46 +10 Free Coins " Since that's the case , what reason did you have to betray me ? You've been taking my wages every month . Doesn't that come with at least some professional integrity ? " Baron's voice never rose nor fell , yet it pressed down on the room with suffocating weight . The traitor was drowning in regret . " Mr. Gunn , I was wrong , I swear I'll never dare again . Please , spare me ! I'll give back every cent I took . I'll never do it again , Mr. Gunn , I swear ! " Baron's tone remained flat , almost casual .
" Every house has its rules , every state its laws . You made your choice , now you pay for it . We're all adults - don't play at being a child . Take him down . The wolves on the back hill must be hungry ." His words were light as air , but the traitor nearly lost control of his bladder in terror . " No ! Please , don't ! Mr. Gunn , I was wrong ! Mr. Gunn ! " The guards stepped forward at once , gagged him , and dragged him away screaming . It was at that very moment Sean and Susie walked in . The two children froze , wide - eyed at the scene . " Daddy , what's going on ?
" Baron had always been gentle before them , and the sudden glimpse of this darker side left them unsettled . Sean reacted instantly , covering Susie's eyes with his hand , though his own gaze narrowed . Interesting . Their father wasn't quite the man they thought he was . Baron hadn't expected them to come in . His lazy demeanor vanished in an instant as he shot to his feet , his face darkening . " Who let them in ? Whoever's on duty today , line up and take your punishment . " . The guards trembled but kept silent . Sean quickly spoke up . " Daddy , it was us . We came on our own .
Don't blame them . " Baron's eyes flicked between the guards and the children . " Stay out of my business . What are you doing here ? " He strode forward , scooped both children up - one under each arm - and carried them out . Sean's hand never left Susie's eyes . She was still small , and he didn't want her seeing such things . 1/3 19:15 Wed , Sep 24 Chapter 135 The Children's Leverage Susie , however , pursed her lips in frustration. Same birthday or not , Sean was far too protective .
46 +10 Free Coins She wriggled a little and asked , " Daddy , did Mommy sign with Luke Corp as the designer Sunny ? " Baron nearly stumbled , almost dropping them both . " Daddy , careful ! If you can't hold us , just put us down , " Sean said , patting his chest in lingering alarm . Baron's mouth twitched , but he quickly regained composure . After setting them down outside , he studied Susie's innocent gaze and realized , with a jolt , that he didn't know this sweet little daughter as well as he thought . " How do you know about your mommy's identity ? Who told you?
" Natalie's secret was known only to him - Yvonne hadn't even been told . How had this child learned it ? Susie fiddled with her fingers , her round eyes darting nervously . Clearly she was scrambling for an excuse . Baron reached out and flicked her forehead . " Little one , already trying to play tricks on Daddy ? Be honest ." " Ow ! " Susie pouted , rubbing her head , looking properly aggrieved . Sean stepped forward at once . " Don't bully Susie , Daddy . If you do , I'll tell Mommy . Then she'll ban you from the bedroom . " Baron's eyes widened in outrage . " Sean !
Do you even hear yourself ? What kind of child says that ? " Sean crossed his arms smugly . " So what ? Mommy dotes on us now . If Susie and I tell her we're scared at night and need her to sleep with us , do you think she'll refuse ? " Susie brightened immediately . " Right ! Let's go tell Mommy ! " She started to dash off on her little legs , but Baron grabbed both of them back . " You little rascals ! Forgotten who raised you , have you ? " Sean arched his brows at Susic , signaling . She grinned . " Then Daddy has to apologize to me ." 2/3 19:15 Wed , Sep 24 ...
Chapter 135 The Children's Leverage " You - this little girl ... " 23 ล ( 46 ] +10 Free Coins " Mommy ! " Susie drew in a breath , ready to shout . Baron clapped his hand over her mouth . " Fine ! I was wrong ." Susie tilted her head smugly . " Alright then , I forgive you ." Her triumphant tone nearly made Baron choke with anger .