Chapter 457

Outside the private room, Richard was tied up and thrown on the ground. His mouth was gagged, only able to make muffled sounds.

Henry, fearing Wendy might cause trouble that could affect her and the Smith family, sternly said, "Don't be stubborn!"

He approached Wendy, but she stepped back.

Wendy was a top PR professional, usually smooth in handling situations. Her aversion to her father was the reason for this reaction.

A flash of hurt crossed Henry's eyes.

Luke noticed Wendy's movement and subtly shifted closer to me.

My attention was focused on Wendy, so I didn't notice his action.

Seeing I didn't move, his handsome face relaxed slightly.

"Mr. Smith, if I handle this, it can be passed off as young people fooling around. If you get involved and uncover something you shouldn't, it could be problematic," Wendy said.

Henry, as Johnsonville's richest man, was sharp. He sensed something unusual in Wendy's words.

In an instant, the shock and disbelief in his eyes were replaced by