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Chapter 197
Immediately after, the smooth flesh on his back was brutally torn apart by the barbs of the training whip,
causing deep wounds to appear. Bloodstains became evident, and a sharp pain surged through him. It
was only the firstsh, and Edgar felt cold sweat forming on his forehead. Gritting his teeth and tensing
his muscles, he maintained a straight posture, enduring the pain in silence.
Uncle Alfred noticed the bandage in the middle of Edgar’s vest and deliberately avoided striking that
area. However, this meant that fewer spots on his hack could withstand the punishment. When the
fifteenthshnded, his upper back, divided by the bandages, was crisscrossed with bleeding wounds.
The whip sliced through his flesh, causing it to split open.
Edgar’s breathing grew heavier, and veins protruded on his forehead. Even his eyshes trembled
uncontrobly. Yet, he pressed his lips tightly, determined not to let out a sound of humiliation. Deep
inside, he chuckled to himself. After being away from home for over a decade, he had nearly forgotten
his true identity. He had started to believe that he was nothing more than a pampered Mr. Fallen. Now,
with his body weakened by luxury, his ability to endure punishment had significantly diminished.
Uncle Alfred’s hand trembled. The upper half of Edgar’s bark was drenched in blood, leaving no
untouched area. Superimposing new bloodstains on top of the previous ones would be futile, given the
whip’s relentless force. Unable to bear it any longer, Uncle Alfred shifted his focus to Edgar’s
waist.
Once again, the training whip was raised, and a sharp swishing sound cut through the air. Edgar’s body
trembled violently, and his hack finally gave in. He managed to support himself with one hand,
preventing himself from copsing to the ground and facing further embarrassment. The sound of the
whip ceased behind him, but a sudden, sharp pain struck his chest, causing blood to gush out.
“Mr. Fallen! Erie cried out, her voice filled with terror and her eyes turning red. Her heart trembled as
she witnessed the twentyshes inflicted upon him.
Grace, too, felt her heart quiver, observing the scene with worry. “Stop! Let’s leave now!””
Edgar let out a sigh of relief and cast a stern gaze at Eric. “You’re merely a subordinate of our country’s
Bureau of Investigation. This is not your ce to speak!*
“Mr. Fallen, if you continue enduring this punishment, you will die!” Eric’s voice choked with emotion.
“The 5404 virus in your body is only suppressed, not cured! With such severe injuries and weakened
resistance, the virus will soon spread. You will die!’
Ignoring her words, Edgar pinched his thigh and took a deep breath, straightening his back once more,
assuming the most steadfast posture. Did it hurt? Yes, it did. But he couldn’t leave without uttering a
word. There was still a threat looming beside Grace, and he intended to resolve that final problem
before departing, free from regrets. Moreover, if he were to retreat now, the twentyshes. he had
endured would be in vain.
“Continue,” Edgar ordered, disregarding Eric’s trembling voice. “Uncle Alfred, carry on!”
Cric’s eyes turned red with anger, his lists clenched tightly. He was a mere bystander, an outsider in
this situation. Uncle Alfred, after considering for a moment, nced at the two bodyguards present in
the room. “You are no longer needed here. Go outside and keep watch.”
“Yes,” the two bodyguards acknowledged and left the room, ensuring privacy for the remaining
proceedings.
Uncle Alfred retrieved a handkerchief and wiped the blood from the training whip before resuming his
position. With ten moreshes to go, he swing the whip, the sound reverberating through the air. Each
strike left its mark on the open space beside them.
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“Mr. Fallen, the thirtyshes have been administered. You may rise now,” Uncle Alfred announced, his
tone carrying a sense of finality. He proceeded to clean the training whip once again. “Remember, you
have three days. You must return by then. I hope you bear this in mind.”
With Eric’s support, Edgar slowly stood up and expressed his gratitude. “Thank you.”
Uncle Alfred bowed slightly, choosing not to say anything in response. He regarded Edgar’s back,
considering the severity of his injuries. If they proceeded further, thest tenshes would only hit his
lower back. After contemting for a moment, he shifted his gaze to the two bodyguards outside the
room. “You may leave your posts and go outside.”
“Yes,” the bodyguards acknowledged once again and exited the room, leaving only Edgar, Eric, and
Grace behind.
Uncle Alfred wiped the blood off the whip one more time and prepared to depart. “Take care of yourself
during these three days.”
Grace, wearing high heels, cautiously made her way into the abandoned construction site, keenly
observing her surroundings. She wondered why she hadn’t noticed any of the secret surveince posts
that Eleven had mentioned. Had they been removed?
As the construction site was vast, she hastened her pace, meticulously searching each room.
Eventually, she caught sight of a familiar tall figure in a remote and dpidated chamber. Eric happened
to be assisting Edgar in fastening thest gold button on his suit’s cor.
Upon seeing Grace’s arrival, Eric discreetly tucked the tie into her trousers pocket, maintaining a silent
stance with her head bowed.
Edgar took a deep breath, concealing the pain coursing through his back. When his gaze met Grace’s,
his ck eyes softened. “Why are you here?”
Instead of answering his question, Grace inquired about the situation she had stumbled upon. “When I
entered, why was Eric fastening your buttons? What’s going on?”
A faint smile yed on his pale lips. “There was a loose button on my cor. When Eric noticed, she
helped me fix it.”
Grace nced at Eric, who remained with her head lowered. Walking closer to Edgar, she scrutinized
him once more. “Then why are you here?”
“Eric received information about someoneing for secret investigation, so I came to take a look.
However, by the time I arrived, the person had already left.”
Grace redirected her attention to Eric. “Is what he said true?”
Eric hesitated for a couple of seconds before responding with a detached tone, devoid of emotion.
“Yes.”
Edgar’s fingertips trembled as he lightly tugged at his sleeve. “Grace, it’s cold outside. I would like to
return to the Cloud View Vi.”
“Wait.”Grace remained unperturbed by his attempt at affection, her eyebrows furrowing.
Although Eric had kept her head lowered and made an effort to conceal it, Grace noticed that her eyes
were slightly red. As she shifted her gaze back to Edgar, she observed his pallor and the faintness of
his lips.
“You were perfectly fine this morning.
“Why are you sick now?” Grace’s eyebrows remained furrowed, unconvinced by his exnation. She
couldn’t shake off the peculiar scent lingering in the air, a mix of unfamiliar men’s cologno and a
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distinct metallic odor.
Edgar maintained hisposure, though his clenched fist betrayed his inner tension. With a light
cough, he blocked his lips and spoke. “I might have caught a coldst night. It’s nothing serious. Ill just
go back and take a couple of medications.”
“Just a cold?” Grace’s grip on reality tightened. She couldn’t ignore the unsettling presence of fresh
blood that stained the floor. Squatting down, she reached out to touch the crimson pool, but her wrist
was abruptly seized by Edgar.
He looked into her eyes, his own filled with a mix of apprehension and determination. “Grace. please
trust me. It’s not safe here. Let’s leave.”
Grace withdrew her hand from the bloodstain and stared at him intently. Despite her growing concerns,
she chose to trust him, at least for the time being. “Alright, let’s go. But we’ll talk about thister.”
Edgar nodded, a glimmer of relief shining in his eyes. Eric, sensing the tension, discreetly stepped
aside, allowing the couple to leave the room.
As they made their way out of the construction site, Grace couldn’t shake off the feeling of being
watched. She cast asional nces over her shoulder, but the surroundings appeared empty and
deste. However, the unsettling aura persisted, making her instincts scream for caution. Exclusive content from N?velDrama.Org.
Upon reaching the entrance, they were met by the two bodyguards, who had been waiting diligently.
One of them informed Edgar, “Mr. Fallen, a woman has parked her car here. She’s quite beautiful
Would you like us to””””
Edgar interrupted, his voice tinged with urgency. “Describe her.”
The bodyguard considered for a moment. “She’s very beautiful, Mr. Fallen.”
Grace’s eyes widened, a mix of surprise and suspicion crossing her face. Edgar’s words from earlier
echoed in her mind-someone wasing for a secret investigation Could it be that this woman was
connected to it?
Edgar’s gaze turned cold as hemanded, “Stay here. I’ll handle it.”
Grace’s concern red up. “No, I’m going with you. We’re in this together.”
Edgar’s features softened, revealing his gratitude for her unwavering support. “Alright, let’s go.”
Leaving the construction site behind, they walked towards the parked car. Grace’s mind buzzed with
questions, but she knew this wasn’t the time for answers. They had to confront the unknown together.
As they approached the vehicle, Grace braced herself for the encounter thaty ahead, determined to
protect Edgar and uncover the truth that threatened their lives and their love.