The Consortium's Heir novel Chapter 305

Chapter 305

However, just as Maurice was about to say the word, he paused before shaking his head.

Edward raised both brows in confusion, not expecting this to happen.

Immediately after, his brows furrowed tightly, and he wanted to ask why.

That was when Edward caught sight of a hinting look from Darius.He immediately fell silent but secretly panicked, unable to hide the growing anxiety in his eyes as he stared at the blond boy.

Maurice’s gaze was downcast, his fingers twiddling while tears brimmed in his eyes.He willed himself to hold his breath.

Not wanting anyone to see him break down, he kept his head down.

Still, he replied loudly, "That's a huge decision.Before I decide, I have to ask my adoptive mother’s opinion."

He then raised his head and no longer concealed his emotions, earnestly saying, "It doesn’t matter how she treated me before.Without her, I might not have survived until now.Plus, she’s given me plenty of financial aid throughout my life.I never expected her to treat me like her actual son.Thus, I think the life she’s given me is pretty decent, even if you disagree."

His two hands had fallen to his sides, fists still coiled tight.

Unwavering determination gleamed in his eyes that now focused on Darius.

In response, Darius cocked a brow.

He then shifted his attention to Edward, stating, "You’ll be responsible for everything associated with this child in the future."

He did not waste his breath on Maurice after that because Austin had crawled some distance away and was nearing the latter's car.

Darius tilted his head to stretch it before sauntering toward Austin.

Not ashamed of fear appeared on Austin’s face when he heard footsteps approaching him from behind.His hands were already touching the sides of his car, after all.He figured he could flee as long as he got into the driver’s seat now.

Yet, just as he grabbed the door handle, he felt a blow getting dealt to his back.

He then fell to the ground with his back facing upward again.

There was no escaping, even if his hand was already touching his car seat; the wound on his chest prevented it, and now that he got kicked again, he could barely breathe.

Austin wanted to beg for mercy, but his attack did not allow him to speak.

"We've already given you plenty of time to get away earlier.Yet, it’s remarkable that even after this long period, you barely even made it into your car.That just shows you’re not someone who cares about family," Darius’ voice rang out.

While massaging his temples, he continued, "This entire matter revolves around the Anderson family.I initially planned to pretend I didn’t know anything, but I never imagined we would meet in such a way.Since you’ve taken an opposing stance against me before anything has even begun, you’re now a risk I’m willing to take, regardless of whatever happens in the future.The concept is simple.I’m sure you understand."

Fear caused his eyes to widen, and a tremor spread throughout his body.

He quickly shook his head, murmuring, "I-I won't! Please! I swear I won’t go against you if you let me off the hook today."

"It’s too late for that now," said Darius, whose head shook.

"I already know you well enough.Our interaction today has given me plenty of intel on your character, even more than I received in my investigation."