Chapter 304

Lionel grimaced, holding his breath, while Nathaniel stared silently at the unfolding scene. Sheena released her grip angrily. Initially thinking she was about to comfort him, Elijah found his hopes dashed. His eyes welled up, portraying innocence and heartache. Due to his originally pale complexion, the area Sheena had pinched on his left cheek turned red, making him look utterly pitiable. Elijah glared at Sheena, silently accusing her of unfair treatment. Sheena remained emotionless, ignoring him, and turned her gaze toward Lionel. "Take him back to the mansion," she ordered. Then, she walked straight toward Nathaniel. Seeing her approach, Nathaniel's face lit up with a smile. "Let's go. What would you like to eat? I'll have someone make a reservation right away." Witnessing this scene, Elijah felt a sudden tightness in his chest, struggling to breathe. Dizziness overcame him, and the pain in his face, wrists, and heart intensified. Despite the discomfort, he traile