Chapter 410

“So, you were just trying to scare me with empty threats,” Ernest snarled. “Do you understand how serious the consequences will be?”

Before Andrew could respond, Ernest pointed at Natasha and commanded, “My patience with you has worn out. This kid is your man, and since he’s been disrespectful, you’ll have to pay the price!”

“Ernest, how have we offended you?” Natasha asked angrily. “If you don’t want to sell the Aurora Lotus, fine–we’ll just forget about it.”

Ernest sneered. “You think you can just walk away and make me look like a fool? I have my pride. Now, regardless of what you want, you’ll face the consequences. Otherwise, I’ll deal with this kid first, then settle scores with West End.”

Natasha’s expression changed as she realized Ernest had completely abandoned any pretense of courtesy. Meanwhile, she wondered about Andrew’s prediction that Ernest was supposed to be gravely ill today.

Seeing Natasha’s troubled expression, Ernest thought he had the upper hand. He smirked, “Natasha, following my lead will only benefit you. Play nice, and perhaps West End will prosper. Now that Atlas is gone, there’s still Dylan to deal with. I could help with that situation, too.”

Before Natasha could respond, Andrew suddenly spoke. “Five.”

Everyone turned to look at him in confusion.

“Five? Kid, have you lost your mind?” Ernest laughed mockingly, thinking he had intimidated Andrew into nonsense.

“Four,” Andrew continued.

Ernest frowned. “What are you babbling about? If you’re scared, run home to mommy.”

“I’m counting down the moments until your demise,” Andrew stated emotionlessly.

Ernest laughed hysterically. “At this point, you’re still trying to scare me? Fine, keep counting. If nothing happens to me, you’ll be on your knees begging for mercy!”

Andrew ignored him and continued, “Three. Two. One!”

A moment of silence followed the final number.

Ernest burst into laughter. “What an absolute idiot! Did you think you were some kind of wizard?”

His bodyguards joined in the mockery, demanding Andrew get on his knees. Natasha began to sweat, wondering what Andrew was planning and worried about the embarrassing situation.

Chapter 410.

Suddenly, Ernest let out a painful cry. His cigar slipped from his fingers, landing on his lap and burning through the fabric. What followed was an even more agonizing howl as the burning end made contact with a sensitive area.