Master of Lust

Chapter 96: Bad Blood

Chapter - 96

"Son-in-law? What kind of sick joke is this?" Jack's face contorted with disapproval.

"It's no joke, sir. Or should I call you father-in-law?" Rick looked perplexed. "Never mind, we can figure that out in due time."

"Young man, you certainly have a sense of humor," this time it was Michelle who chimed in. "But I must admit, I'm a bit puzzled. I've never heard of you before."

"My dear daughter got herself a boyfriend and I didn't know about it. That's actually disappointing," Michelle expressed her disappointment.

"Save it, we are not that close," Evelina was not happy with Rick's comment, but she cared even less for Michelle judging from her tone.

"She can be a bit moody," Michelle told Rick, not bothered by Evelina's rude remark, "So, can you fill us in on how you two met? How long have you known each other?" Michelle asked eagerly. "Spill the beans, what's the story?"

"Michelle!" Jack's voice turned deep and intimidating as he attempted to hush his wife. But the lady seemed unperturbed, waving her hand dismissively.

"Come on, let the man speak. Aren't you curious about your daughter's mysterious new boyfriend who appeared out of nowhere?" Michelle insisted.

"Enough with the stupid gossip. Be quiet," Jack silenced Michelle, clearly not in the mood for such frivolous conversations.

"And you, I won't repeat myself. Who are you, and what are you doing here?" Jack asked, his voice dripped with mounting irritation.

Instead of answering, Rick posed a peculiar question. "What's 3+1?"

"What?" Jack was caught off guard by Rick's unexpected question.

"What's 3+1?" Rick repeated, his tone unwavering. "It's a straightforward question, right? What's 3+1?"

"Boy you are getting on my nerves, now," the scowl on Jack's face deepened as he issued a warning to Rick.

"At least now you get a taste of how I have been feeling," Rick nonchalantly shrugged.

"Boy..." Jack started, clearly at a loss for words.

"Is this how all wealthy folks act or what? Is your vocabulary really that limited?" Rick taunted Jack with a sly grin. "I used to think rich people were all about high-class sophistication, speaking in fancy, incomprehensible ways. But look at you, smashing that myth, breaking the mold, a true Le-Jhund."

"No matter how many times you ask, how you ask it, my answer won't change," Rick stated as he put his arm around Evelina. "I'm here because of your daughter. She wanted me to meet her grandmother. Perhaps she wanted to introduce me to her family."

"So how can I hurt your daughter? I had to come," Rick affectionately glanced at Evelina and winked, all while looking at her disapproving expression. She clearly wasn't pleased with his words.

"Well, well! You're already taking such good care of her. I'm feeling a bit envious," Michelle playfully nibbled her finger as she looked Rick up and down, sporting a mischievous grin. "My husband doesn't look at me the same way anymore."

"Too bad... You're still..." Rick began with a smirk, intending to offer Michelle a compliment, but he was interrupted as a few more people entered the room.

"Are you fucking kidding me? With the pan? He will puncture me with bullets."

"Will you leave me to die?"

"Don't worry, I will avenge you."

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There was suddenly pin drop silence in the hall.

"Are these your sons?" Rick inquired, his tone showing a hint of uncertainty as he glanced at the two boys.

"Uh... Yes, they... They are," the man replied, momentarily forgetting about the pain, his voice still strained.

"You're a pathetic excuse for a father," Rick remarked with a sense of pity. Their dad was on the brink of being choked to death, and these useless kids were more concerned with their pursuit of 'Chicken Dinner'?

"Let go of the girl and I will let go off you. I hope you understand." Rick offered truce without delay.

The man nodded and his grip on Evelina's arm loosened. And just as he let go of her, Rick let go off his man and even helped him stay on his feet as he breathed heavily, gasping for air.

"Take it easy, buddy. Breathe deeply," Rick comforted Jack's younger brother, giving him a reassuring pat on the back. Then, he turned his attention to the woman who had arrived with him. "Why are you just standing there like a deer caught in headlights? Go and fetch some water for him," Rick commanded.

The woman was taken aback by Rick's voice, her body trembling as she saw him looking at her. Slowly, as his words registered in her mind, she hurried toward the table, filled a glass with water, and swiftly brought it over to Rick, handing it to him.

"Why are you handing it to me? Can't you see your husband struggling to breathe? Give it to him," Rick found these wealthy folks rather exasperating.

Realizing her oversight, the woman promptly gave the glass of water to her husband. He eagerly drank the water, and once he'd caught his breath, he shot a grateful look in Rick's direction.

Once the man had caught his breath, Rick released his hold and stepped away from him. He then turned toward Evelina, placing a gentle hand on her back. "Are you okay? Did you get hurt anywhere?"

"Oh, so now you remember me? Is your bromance done?" Evelina responded with a sarcastic quip.

Rick whispered, "Do you want a little spank right now?" as his hand gently trailed down Evelina's back, eliciting a shiver of sensation that rippled through her body, You have been acting rather bossy lately."

"Don't," Evelina attempted to stop Rick. Her heart raced, and her butt clenched when she felt her hand move down. She quickly grabbed his hand, and pushed it away from her, "Don't even think about it."

"Feisty, I see," Rick remarked with a sly grin. He withdrew from Evelina, but not before warning her, "I'll make sure to get my proper compensation for this," Rick whispered in her ear before pulling away.

"Please, carry on with your family drama, 'Bad Blood.' It's quite the spectacle," Rick added, his tone laced with amusement, "I won't meddle."

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