Chapter 399

Damian shot Esme a cold glance. His expression was menacing as he asked, "You're not going to withdraw it?" Esme had never seen him behave like this. Terrified, she stumbled backward. Jasmine glanced at the others and knew that it was time for them to retreat. Tears streamed down her face as she pulled Esme back. She choked out the words, "Please just withdraw your charges, Esme." "Why are you telling me this too, Mom? It's Zelda's fault, but why are you all asking me to forgive her?" Esme yelled loudly as aggrieved tears started to fall. She wiped her tears away stubbornly, looking defiant. Meanwhile, Jasmine intended to retreat. She reached out to pat Esme on the back and whispered, "Be good, Esme. Zelda saved your grandmother's life. We'll just let her off this time as long as she promises not to harm you again." Esme's fists were clenched tightly. She took a deep breath before agreeing to it in an aggrieved manner, "Alright. I-I'm willing to withdraw my charges for Grandma's