?<strong>Chapter 382:</strong>


    After a moment of contemtion, Theo posed a poignant question, “Why did you drug Elyse? Are you aware of the grave danger you ced her in?” Kaelyn anxiously bit her lip, recognizing that her response could determine her fate. If she faltered now, Theo might not intervene. Her voice quivering, she confessed, “I did indeed drug Elyse, but my intention was never to harm her. I merely sought to embarrass her with an aphrodisiac. I never intended for any harm toe to her. It wasn’t until I discovered that my assistant had mistakenly administered an excessive dose that I realized the severity of the situation.” Tears streamed down Kaelyn’s face as she continued, “I was terrified, so I fled. I know I made a grave mistake, but I don’t deserve to die. Moreover, Elyse didn’t perish because of my actions.”


    The room fell silent, disbelief etched on the face of that male assistant. Disregarding her identity, he quickly interjected, “No! That’s not how it happened at all. You coerced me into adding the entire dose of the aphrodisiac. You threatened my career and future; otherwise, I would never haveplied.” Kaelyn gazed at Theo with tear-filled eyes, pleading, “Whose side are you on? Do you believe him or me?”


    Theo furrowed his brow, lost in thought. Finally, he turned to Tobin and dered, “I cannot condone senseless violence.” An expression of displeasure crossed Tobin’s face. “You dare defy me? Subdue him!” Theo, apanied by his men, also took action. Tensions quickly escted, leading to a sh between the two opposing sides. Amidst the chaos, Theo seized the opportunity to swiftly escort Kaelyn to safety, guiding her to the waiting car while leaving Kaelyn’s assistant behind.


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