Chapter 42

I calmly replied, "Whether I'm worthy or not, you can ask Dad about it. If he agrees, I'll make the change." Racquelle's expression shifted unpredictably when she heard my retort, looking particularly unpleasant. She gritted her teeth in anger, scolding me, "Joshua, have you no shame left? Are you threatening me? Who gave you that kind of nerve?" At the side, Vernon kept adding fuel to the fire. "Racquelle, isn't this guy your loyal dog? He actually bites back now?" He tutted and shook his head, sneering in ridicule. "A dog like this should be put down early or sold off. Otherwise, it'll cause trouble sooner or later!" Vernon's words made Racquelle even angrier. She grabbed his hand and said seethingly, "Let's go. Don't bother with this guy." I blocked the doorway, not letting them pass. Racquelle was furious. She slapped me and shouted, "Who let a worthless dog like you block the way? Move!" The look in her eyes seemed like she would gladly kill me with a single strike. "Da