Brian gently stroke her swollen cheeks with his fingers. She had slapped him out of anger. When the anger was gone, she wept and passed out in his arms. Even when she was unconscious, she still frowned at the pain as he touched her face. Brian's heart ached.
Yes, she blamed him. And she was right in doing so. He should not have made her come back to the Grand Night Casino. Worse, he should not have made her come back to work in such a dangerous situation. He should have locked her up in the cottage, at least she wouldn't have been humiliated again.
"Find out who sent those people," Brian said as he looked affectionately at Molly who was a total mess now. His voice was arctic cold.
"Okay!" Tony replied, as the car arrived at the hospital.
Brian carried Molly out of the car and took her to the doctor. Two hours passed after the doctor had examined her and gave her medication. Brian was struck by mixed feelings as he watched her sleep comfortably and peacefully on the bed after a tensed day. It felt as bitter as goldthread root one moment and as sweet as honey the next. These two different kinds of feelings intertwined in his heart, confusing him. He didn't know what to do with Molly.
She was the first one who had dared to slap him. Twice!
Brian really had the urge to strangle her to death. But at the sight of her swollen face, his eyes softened. He felt a surge of love and pity rise in him.
Tony's phone rang. "Mr. Brian Long, Adele and Melvin are on," Tony said in a low voice.
Brian's eyes were still focused on Molly. He took Molly's hand in his big palm and examined it. Minor scratches were scattered throughout her hand, making her hand look all the more rough. Nevertheless, holding her hand, Brian felt a sense of satisfaction. The feeling was much like... Yes, it was happiness.
Brian frowned slightly. Thinking back about everything that had happened today, he felt annoyed. He narrowed his eyes and quickly, he came back to his senses. He said in a mischievous tone, "Notify Shane that I want Adele to win."
Petrified, Tony replied, "Mr. Brian Long..."
"This gambling is specially set up for her. I will certainly make her wish come true," Brian said nonchalantly. The simple remark which had tumbled out of his mouth meant that the Qin Group would lose its stock which was worth billions.
Tony glanced at Molly and quickly nodded at Brian. Then he left the ward and drove towards the casino.
By the time Tony arrived, Jason had already solved everything. He hadn't killed them, but they were as good as dead. They were pretty much useless now since all their limbs were disabled for good. Jason was decisive and quick in his movements. No treatment could get those men back on their feet. A very miserable life awaited them.
"Does Mr. Brian Long want to get involved in the gambling?" Jason asked with a smile. "He seems to be losing his temper much more than usual recently."
"I don't think it's a good thing," Tony sneered.
Jason shrugged and raised his eyebrows, "When you are in love, even the toughest man becomes as gentle as the breeze."
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