Evan''s face was swollen, and he lost a front tooth from a beating by Ashley with a ruler. His forehead was red, swollen, and


    bleeding.


    However, when he heard Valentin’s name, he quickly forgot the pain and got up excitedly from the ground.


    He thought, ‘Why is Mr. Kingsley here in the dead of night? Maybe....


    ‘Is he here to discuss business cooperation with the Ramos family?”


    Even Jessica had a look of unconceble ecstasy in her eyes. Valentin was such a high-ranking and unattainable man. How


    could he personallye to Ramos Vi?


    Bertha immediately brought a towel, wiping off the blood flowing from Evan’s face.


    The weather was terrible tonight, with thunder striking at some point and lightning shing in the dark sky.


    In the darkness, Valentin walked with a cold face, followed by several stern-faced bodyguards in uniform.


    Asudden lightning bolt lit the night sky like a sword cutting through the darkness. It also revealed Valentin’s handsome yet


    somber face, as if covered in a thin frost, emanating a chilling and fierce vibe from within.


    Evan''s heart pounded. Even though he was old, facing a figure like Valentin, he couldn’t help but feel uneasy, rushing to greet


    him in a fluster.


    Bertha was so nervous that she froze on the spot.


    Jessica unconsciously clenched her dress. Her eyes, filled with undisguised joy, were seemingly glued to Valentin, staring at him


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    “Mr. Kingsley, why did you visit sote?” Evan hurriedly weed him in a fluster, speaking carefully, afraid of disrespecting the


    distinguished


    guest.


    However, Valentin didn’t even look at him.


    His gaze swept through the messy and bloody living room. When Valentin saw the fresh blood on Ashley’s hands, a chill instantly


    filled his


    eyes.


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    Ashley exined, “It’s not mine. It’s Evan’s.”


    Upon hearing this, Valentin’s icy demeanor gradually melted.


    rk was very discerning. He quickly ran over and handed disinfectant wipes to Valentin.


    Valentin took them, walked to Ashley, lifted her hand, and carefully wiped away the dirt and blood stains.


    Seeing this scene, Evan, Bertha, and Jessica widened their eyes in disbelief.


    What was going on?


    How could Valentin and Ashley be so intimate?


    Jessica stared at Valentin and Ashley, clenching her fists, nails almost piercing her palms.


    She thought, ‘Before this, Valentin acquired Ashley’s personal bracelet at the charity banquet. And at the recent Skyward Art


    Exhibition, he specifically went to see Ashley.


    ‘These two... Valentin is definitely more than just a fan of Ashley or merely someone who appreciates her!


    ‘Is he... Is he...


    The moment Jessica thought about Valentin possibly having feelings for Ashley, even a romantic interest, she became fiercely


    jealous, angrily clenching her teeth.


    ‘How can this be? How can Valentin like this scoundrel, Ashley!


    ‘No, wait! A man of Valentin’s status could never be interested in Ashley. He is most likely just attracted to her beauty and wants


    to have some fun with her.’


    At this moment, Evan also realized that Valentin came specifically for Ashley, not for a coboration with the Ramos family.


    He had once hoped to gain Valentin’s investment through his appreciation for Ashley.


    However, Ashley refused to cooperate with him. Such an ungrateful daughter!


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    With a sh of inspiration, Jessica went to Evan and whispered a few words to him.


    Upon hearing it, Evan was overjoyed, nodding excitedly. He looked at Ashley and said, “Ashley, | never imagined Mr. Kingsley


    woulde to Ramos Vi in person to find you and express such concern. It appears Mr. Kingsley holds you in high regard.”


    Again, Evan picked up the agreement, saying, “Ashley, if you sign this agreement and persuade Mr. Kingsley to form a marriage


    alliance with the Ramos family, | will release Miranda immediately.”


    Upon hearing this, Bertha was first surprised, then overjoyed.


    Given Valentin’s admiration for Ashley, if she could convince him to agree


    to a marriage alliance, it would solidify a powerful and enduring connection for the Ramos family.


    After a pause, Evan added, “I’m talking about Mr. Kingsley and Jessica tying the knot.”


    The moment the words fell, the bodyguards behind rk and Valentin all showed a look of disbelief.


    They thought, ‘Damn, I’ve never seen anyone bold enough to threaten Mr. Kingsley. Today''s the first!


    ‘Evan not only dares to threaten Mr. Kingsley but also desires him to marry Jessica? Is he in a hurry to die?”


    At this time, after hearing the words about marriage, Jessica blushed and nced at Valentin shyly.


    However, she soon realized Valentin didn’t spare her a nce,pletely overlooking her.


    Jessica fiercely bit her lip, her face turning quite unpleasant.


    Evan was about to speak, but the next moment, he was silenced by Valentin’s intimidating gaze.


    Valentin’s gaze towards Evan was disdainful as if looking down upon a presumptuous and insignificant ant. His voice carried a


    chilling tone as he said, “Are you insulting me?”


    Evan was instantly terrified, almost wetting his pants. With a swollen face forcing a smile, he quickly exined, “Mr. Kingsley,


    you must be joking.


    How would | dare...dare to insult you? I...1 was just...”


    Upon hearing the word “insulting.” Jessica’s face turned even more unpleasant.


    She thought, ‘Is marrying me a kind of insult? Am | that unbearable?’


    Bertha was also frightened, fearing to anger Valentin. She quickly tried to plead on Evan’s behalf.


    However, Valentin no longer wanted to deal with these annoying people. He gestured to his bodyguards behind him.


    The bodyguards immediately approached and, with lightning speed. directly captured Evan, Bertha, and Jessica.


    “Mr. Kingsley, what do you mean by this?” Evan was utterly dumbfounded.


    Valentin ignored him, only looked at Ashley, and whispered, “The electronic device found near Miranda’s house can only


    determine the approximate location. I’ve already had it searched, and we''ll soon find the exact location.”


    Ashley raised Evan''s phone. “This has the messages sent by the


    kidnappers. | remember that we can locate them based on the messages they sent, right?”


    Valentin nodded. “Yes.”


    “Good, then let’s go now.” Ashley turned to look at rk. “Bring Evan with us.”


    Bertha and Jessica were left at Ramos Vi, guarded by several bodyguards to prevent them from escaping.


    After all, this incident could not be easily dismissed.


    After tracking the kidnapper’s phone location through the base station, Ashley once again drove, rushing to the site at breakneck


    speed.