Reborn From Ashes novel Chapter 233

"You!" Francis was furious. He immediately boiled over with rage and glared intently at Hayden. As he held his hatred in check, he wanted nothing more than to slap Hayden right there and then.

The rest of the Sterlings also shook their heads helplessly. Did Hayden not realize they only did that to help him leave? Could he not see the bigger picture?

"Stop fooling around and come along. Otherwise, you won't be leaving!" Julia reminded with a frown.

"That's right. Stop being stubborn. Let's go!" Anna chimed in, worried about Hayden's safety.

However, Hayden gave them an icy smile, his face filled with contempt.

"Leave? Why should I leave? Are you guys taking me along because of this gem? After leaving with you, the gem will be taken by you guys anyway. What's the point? What ties do I have with you guys, and who do you even think you are?"

Hayden's tone was icy, and his attitude was just plain rude. His words cut into them like a sharp knife.

The Sterling family members were surprised, never expecting him to denounce them publicly like that. Was he tired of living?

"Are you nuts? I gave you a chance, yet you chose to stay!" Francis barked.

"Yup. I'm choosing to stay." Hayden looked away casually, not even bothering to acknowledge Francis.

Benjamin couldn't help but break into a fit of laughter, the smug look in his eyes growing stronger. "Interesting. This is really interesting!"

After that, he walked up to Francis and stared at him with amusement.

"Mr. Sterling, your staff seems to have a rather unique relationship with your family! I almost believed it when your entire family came looking for him. Turns out you're just here for the gem!" Benjamin mocked, kicking them while they were down.

"Very well! Since he said he has no ties to you guys, please leave! You guys can forget about taking this gem!" Benjamin followed up immediately, his mood brightening significantly.

"He spent a good amount of our money to buy the gem. Why are you stopping us from taking it away? He can stay, but we're taking the gem with us!" Francis roared with bloodshot eyes.

He was losing his patience, and his hatred toward Hayden grew ever deeper.

"I know you're still angry at me, but this isn't the time to throw a tantrum! Hurry up and come with us. I promise you to let you give me a good round of beating, alright?" Morgan put on his act once more after taking a glance at the gem.

However, only Francis and Lily were moved by his act. The rest of them, who already knew the truth, were unbothered.

"All of you showed up after learning that I've found a treasure. You just want it for yourselves, right? Otherwise, you wouldn't even be here. Get out of my sight right now! You guys disgust me to no end!" Hayden shouted angrily as he glared at all of them.