Chapter 1857

The man narrowed his eyes. However, Mike threw Lily an astonished look over his shoulder.

As the organization held his son hostage, he was always submissive whenever he tried to bargain with the man. He would also never dare to make such a demand. Even his outburst was limited to yelling.

He and the man knew well that he dared not do anything beyond that. Still, Lily seemed like she did not care and feared nothing even though she was pregnant.

“Aren’t you afraid that—” After being quiet for a few seconds, the man began to speak, but Lily cut him off decisively, “Nope!”

“I’ll die sooner or later. Indeed, I want to protect my family, friends, husband, and son, but it shouldn’t be my responsibility alone. I also believe my husband can do it. Even if he and I failed despite our best efforts, I would have no regrets,” Lily said earnestly, “However, why should I believe you’re able to do that?”

With a dismissive sneer, Lily continued mockingly, “If you truly have so much power, you woul