Chapter 271

It suddenly clicked for me. Alexander had confiscated Isabelle's phone to prevent her from seeking help. This move had one clear purpose—to deal with Charlotte. As Charlotte's close friend, Isabelle couldn't stand by. Naturally, she changed her mind and refused to leave. Alexander dared not offend Isabelle, so he could only stand there, helpless and anxious. She refused to leave, no matter how much he tried to persuade her. Soon, Jed called again, urging him to release Isabelle, or else they would face consequences from those who were more powerful than them. With no other choice, Alexander reluctantly accepted his fate. He left the mess at the factory to his bodyguards and drove away. Staying behind wouldn't help him handle Charlotte, and once she was freed, she might come after him again. Thus, running away was his only option. As I watched him depart, I couldn't help but laugh and turned to Quintus. "Take them both back to the school." Quintus shook his head. "I can't, Mr. Wh