Chapter 298

Seeing Kendrick finally defeated, Vivianne excitedly patted Frederick's shoulder.

"You were incredible! You saved us!"

But as Frederick turned, his eyes were dark and menacing.

A chill ran down Vivianne's spine. This was not the Frederick she knew.

"Frederick, what's wrong? Don't scare me," she asked.

Tears streamed down her face as she reached out to touch him. His skin was icy cold. As her tears fell on his face, his eyes softened, their usual warmth returning.

Frederick whispered, "Vivianne, are you alright?"

As Frederick's eyes cleared, Vivianne wiped away her tears, a smile returning to her face. "I'm alright, Frederick. Thanks to you."

Frederick managed a weak smile before his eyes fluttered closed, and he slumped to the ground.

Panic-stricken, Vivianne knelt beside him, shaking him and calling his name.

Suddenly, the sound of approaching speedboats cut through the tension. A group of men boarded the ship, their leader a young man who surveyed the chaotic scene with wi