Cedrick took a break before he picked up the last shot. Turning to Treyton, he said, “Mr. Treyton, I beat you up even though you took care of me previously. I’d like to offer an apology with this toast!”
Treyton nodded calmly, projecting an air of magnanimity as if he were graciously forgiving Cedrick.
Cedrick finished the last shot swiftly.
To his surprise, it tasted sweet.
He savored the shot without any discomfort. It’s mellow to the taste. This is a light fruit wine.
Cedrick’s eyes widened in surprise as he glanced at Treyton. It seemed that he had comprehended the Harris brothers’ unspoken message.
After the couple made it through the pain, suffering, struggles, and confusion, their future together would be filled with happiness and satisfaction.
The shots also contained a subtle warning, reminding Cedrick that mistreating Gwendolyn would not be tolerated, and the Harris brothers were prepared to subject him to such torment once more if necessary.
Cedrick would have to shower his affections on Gwendolyn if he wanted to lead a peaceful life.
Having comprehended the underlying message within seconds, Cedrick gave the three men a grateful look. “I know how much you all care for Gwenny. I, Cedrick Jenson, promise that I will never let you down. Gwenny will be the only apple of my eye in this lifetime!”
His gaze shone with sincerity and determination as he gave them his word.
Asher gave a nod of reluctant approval, accompanied by a disdainful snort. “Remember your promise. If you go against your word and forsake Kiddo once more, I’ll definitely end your life!”
He was acknowledging Cedrick, which meant that the latter had passed his test.
Gwendolyn let out a sigh of relief and turned her attention to Kieran, who remained silent until then.
Kieran made no attempt to voice his stance. Evidently, he was not entirely satisfied.
“Kieran, won’t you say something?” Gwendolyn urged, giving him a look.
Cedrick passed Asher’s test. Shouldn’t you do the same?
Kieran ignored her cues, maintaining an indifferent expression on his face.
He got to his feet and straightened his shirt. “Since you’ve finished the alcohol, please come with me, Mr. Jenson.”
Without hesitation, Cedrick followed him upstairs. Asher and Treyton also tagged along after them.
Gwendolyn was rendered speechless by Kieran’s ruthlessness. Kieran is subjecting Cedrick to many obstacles before he acknowledges him, huh?
She rose to her feet hastily and was about to join them upstairs when Sienna grabbed her arm. “Calm down, Gwen. Stay here with me, and let the men take care of the matter between themselves.”
Gwendolyn panicked instantly. “Are they planning to beat him up? That won’t do! They are skilled at fighting and can pack a punch. What if they hurt Ceddy… No, I must follow them upstairs to take a look!”
“Listen to me, Gwen. Even if they rough him up a bit, they won’t cause any serious harm. I’m sure they won’t want the father of their sister’s children to be permanently disabled! Calm down and stay seated. Everything will be fine,” Sienna reassured her in a gentle voice.
Despite that, Gwendolyn was still worried.
If her brothers were to beat Cedrick up, she would be upset and distressed.
Cedrick has been so obedient recently, and even I can’t bring myself to hit him. How could my brothers beat him up?
Her palms became sweaty as she tapped her feet anxiously, waiting for the four men to come downstairs.
Meanwhile, Kieran led Cedrick to his childhood bedroom in the villa.
The bedroom he once slept in as a child had undergone a transformation. As of then, it was filled with medical equipment and surgical tools neatly arranged on trays.
The walls were adorned with posters depicting various human organs.
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