Divorced and Dominant Now You Cry novel Chapter 993

Chapter 993

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As their powers collided, Ashton’s arm snapped upward like an iron rod and smashed through the elderly man’s divine realm power. The strike carried through and crashed into his body, sending him flying more than 30 feet away.

A streak of blood arced through the air, followed by the elderly man’s sharp, ragged scream. With just one strike, even someone at his level could no longer keep fighting.

For a moment, the room fell silent. Even the killing intent in the air began to fade.

The once–aggressive transcendent realm experts now shrank back, huddling behind Brody as they warily stared at Ashton.

Brody’s brow tightened as he was surprised by Ashton’s overwhelming strength. After a moment’s hesitation, he let out a sigh and reined in his killing intent.

He smiled faintly and said, “Mr. Gray, my son was out of line. I apologize on his behalf. Let’s put this behind us. There’s no need for things to get ugly.”

Those words made Zeke’s heart sink. He never expected his father, who had always been so domineering, to back down at a moment like this. Was the entire Zapata family really afraid of Ashton?

“If you’re willing to submit to me, we can put this behind us. As you said, there’s no need for things to get ugly. But if you refuse, then I’m afraid there’s no other way,” Ashton said calmly.

Brody coughed a few times, then exhaled slowly.

He sighed and responded, “If something has to be forced, it won’t end well. Why put me in that position?”

“Mr. Zapata, this is the spiritual liquid. If you’re willing to submit, it can be sold through your channels. We split the profits by half,” Ashton offered, then handed him a bottle.

Brody took it and opened the cap. After sensing the purity of the spiritual energy inside, his expression shifted as realization set in.

“So, this is what you used to make Aaron and Maddox submit. I’ll admit, it’s a tempting offer. But we’re not short on money. Even with this spiritual liquid, it would only be a bonus. It’s not worth risking everything we’ve built.”

He studied Ashton for a long moment before adding, “Mr. Gray, you seem quite eager to take control of both the criminal underworld and the legitimate businesses of Linton Island. I guess you’re dealing with an opponent who isn’t easy to handle, right?”

Ashton looked at Brody with mild surprise, knowing that anyone who could control Linton Island’s legitimate side was no ordinary man.

“You’re right.” Ashton didn’t deny it.

During this time, he had already investigated the influence of the Heavenly Medical Pavilion in the Central Region through Blossom Hall. It was a terrifying force, filled with powerful figures and backed by a vast network of interests. They wouldn’t be easy to deal with.

If he wanted to storm the Heavenly Medical Pavilion and take his bride, he would need an alliance strong

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enough to stand against them. Otherwise, if he had to rely solely on himself, his chances of success were slim

“Mr. Gray, 1 ask that you not put me into a difficult position.”

Brody lowered his head, though the gesture carried a warning.

If Ashton insisted on making the Zapata family submit, then Brody would have no choice but to drop all pretense. His family was the top power on Linton Island, and they had more than a few trump cards. No matter how strong Ashton was, Brody still had ways to deal with him.

Black flames flickered in Ashton’s eyes as he studied Brody for a moment, then smiled.

“Mr. Zapata, if I’m not mistaken, you’re already terminally ill. You don’t have much time left, do you?”

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