Chapter 244

Melvin had always felt slighted by Hades. Despite his diligent years in the Florentine family, only Hades received Cyrus' approval. No matter how hard Melvin worked, it was as if Cyrus was blind to his efforts.

This resentment led Melvin to challenge Hades multiple times. Hades hadn't taken him seriously initially. But this time, he decisively crushed him by demolishing Melvin's assets.

Henry murmured a lot to Alanna, but she was somewhat distracted. She didn't want to presume that Hades' drastic actions against Melvin were because of her, yet she felt unsettled.

Melvin's curses echoed throughout the top floor. "Hades, you bastard! Don't think you're any better than me. Do you really think you can control everything? Sooner or later, I'll make you kneel and apologize to me!"

Alanna absentmindedly reviewed the contract in her hands. Suddenly, she felt a slimy, cold gaze on her. Startled, she looked up only to see the elevator doors closing.

"Honestly, Mr. Florentine can be quite