Chapter 2265

"He doesn't seem to feel any pain. I haven't heard a peep out of him. Are you all weak? Hit him harder!" Mildred slammed her cup on the table. The paddle whistled through the air twice as fast, the sound growing louder. Nathaniel quickly caught on to Mildred's intention. Each strike left another bloody mark on his once-white shirt, a chilling sight that made everyone's hearts race. Nathaniel no longer suppressed his pain, frowning as involuntary grunts escaped his mouth. Suddenly, his back slumped, one hand bracing against the ground. The bloody streaks on his back looked horrific. Mavis watched silently, her fingers white from clenching, her eyes burning. "Enough! Stop hitting him!" She broke free from Troy's grip and ran over to shield Nathaniel. "Mae, this is the Nicholls family rules. Even the head of the family faces the same punishment for wrongdoing. Don't interfere," Mildred said calmly, secretly breathing a sigh of relief. The beating had been severe. If th