Chapter 590 Chapter 590 Rodneyy at Aspens feet , his body soaked in blood , her triumphant stance making it clear who had the upper hand .


    Anyone who caught her gaze instinctively looked away , too afraid to meet her eyes .


    Gordons overwhelming presence filled the air with dread , silencing even those who despised Aspens arrogance .


    Though her words were infuriating , no one dared risk their lives for Rodney .


    Everyone valued their own survival too much to challenge Gordon .


    Mark finally spoke in a grave tone .


    Aspen , thats enough .


    Youve beaten him half to death .


    Whatever grudge you had with Madde Martial Academy , I think its time to put it to rest .


    Mark had never been fond of the academy , but as the citys mayor , he could not just stand by and watch Rodney be tortured to death by someone from out of town .


    Aspen chuckled softly .


    Of course , Mr.


    Thatcher , I wouldnt dare disrespect your authority .


    But tell me this Rodney humiliated me and nearly ruined my reputation as a woman .


    Do you think a few broken bones are enough to settle that kind of score ? Marks brow furrowed .


    What do you want , then ? Aspens smile turned cold .


    At the very least , I want Rodney to lose the ability to be a man .


    Mark fell silent , fully understanding the dilemma .


    Rodneys actions had caused a serious issue , and with someone like Gordon standing beside Aspen , interfering too much could provoke conflict with the powers in Bridgefields .


    Sensing that Mark was stuck , Aspen shifted her focus to Marvin and Tiana .


    shing a respectful smile , she said , Mr.


    Yates , Mrs.


    Rhodes , I apologize for the unpleasant scene today .


    Im just a woman who was nearly robbed of her dignity .


    With a grudge that deep , I cant rest until its avenged even if it means going to extremes .


    She bowed politely to both of them as she spoke .


    Marvin sipped his tea , his tone indifferent .


    Ms.


    Stevens , your personal matters are none of my concern .


    11 Tiana offered a small smile .


    As a woman , I understand your pain .


    Reputation is everything to a woman .


    Whatever actions you take , I wouldnt consider them excessive .


    Thank you , Mr.


    Yates , Mr.


    Thatcher , and Mrs.


    Rhodes , Aspen replied graciously .


    She had aplished exactly what she wanted securing the silent approval of Jayrodales most powerful figures .


    Now , even if she went too far and identally killed Rodney , these influential people would have a hard time holding her fully ountable .


    At worst , any fallout could be mitigated through her familys political connections .


    Aspen nced down at Rodney , her lips curling into a smirk .


    Youre pathetic , Mr.


    Sanford .


    The future heir of Madde Martial Academy , one of Jayrodales Four Most Eligible Bachelors reduced to this .


    She ground her heel into his face andughed softly .


    And now youre lying here like a half dead dog .


    Look around -this whole city is watching , and not a single person is willing to save you .


    No one even dares to speak up for you .


    Isnt that tragic ? Her words stung the crowd below .


    They were directed at Rodney , but everyone knew she was really mocking Jayrodale as a whole .


    The message was clear Aspen had broken one of the citys most prominent young men , and no one dared to challenge her for it .