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The Sway and Slide of Love novel Chapter 775

There was no answer.

Irene immediately sensed something was wrong. She quickly removed the shovel propped against the door and swung it open, only to find no one inside the room.

"Mr. Freeman, rest assured, we will take care of this matter for you."

Jerry's head was pounding. Ever since Hendrix had arrived in their jurisdiction, trouble had followed relentlessly. Yet, despite all this, he maintained a polite smile as he addressed Hendrix.

"What are you going to do with him?" Hendrix asked in return.

Jerry hesitated for a moment before responding, "We've already looked into the matter. Rest assured, we will deal with him severely."

"And what exactly do you mean by 'severely'?" Hendrix pressed, his gaze sharp enough to make sweat prickle at Jerry's temples.

"Well, given his attempted assault, under criminal law—"

"Assault?" Hendrix let out a low chuckle. "You seem to be mistaken. He was attempting rape and possibly even murder."

"Murder?"

"Yes. Murder."

Hendrix lifted his eyes, the last trace of a smile vanishing from his lips.

That look alone made Jerry understand exactly what he meant. He frowned and said, "Mr. Freeman, Sid is already hospitalized. If we pursue sentencing as you suggest, it seems—"

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