Chapter 209 Timely Appearance
Isolde unquestionably hit their nerves. The Ashford family members, already filled with pent-up anger, exploded at her words.
"Bitch, don't think I won't hit you just because you're the Harris family's eldest daughter! I'll beat up anyone from the Harris family I see; women included!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Magnus furiously stepped forward and slapped Isolde across the face!
The crisp sound echoed clearly in everyone's ears, leaving Isolde completely stunned! She thought, 'When had I ever suffered such humiliation, being slapped in public?!'
"You dare hit me?" It took her a while to react. She clutched her now swollen left cheek, her eyes blazing with fury!
"Of course. From now on, I want everyone from the Harris family to avoid the Ashfords! This is the price you pay for helping Ethan!" Magnus laughed arrogantly at his own words.
"Ethan, Ethan; It's always Ethan! You can't beat him, so you take it out on me? If you have the guts, go fight him!" Isolde's eyes widened. She had previously told Ethan to his face that he caused trouble for the Harris family. She never expected her words to come true, with her being the first victim!
"Don't worry. After I'm done with you, I'll go after him! I'll beat you up in public today; let's see if Ethan has the guts to come save you!" Magnus was even more enraged. In reality, even Kenny wasn't a match for Ethan, so how could he dare to do anything?
However, he couldn't show his fear in front of Isolde. After saying that, started punching and kicking her again.
Isolde, pampered since childhood, was no match for him.
The place was filled with her screams. In no time, her face was bruised and swollen as her clothes were torn up, revealing her black underwear.
The other young ladies who came with her could only scream, none daring to step forward to help.
After all, the other Ashford family members were watching closely. How could they be a match for these men?
However, some quick-thinking individuals took out their phones to send the news back to the Harris family.
After a brutal beating, Lucian grabbed Isolde's messy hair, pulling her bruised and swollen face up. He sneered while smiling sinisterly, "I beat you up today. What can you do about it? Does the Harris family have the guts to come after the Ashford family?"
"Remember; Ethan will never let you off!" Unexpectedly, Isolde mentioned Ethan at this moment. Her bloodshot eyes glared venomously at Lucian as she gritted her teeth in warning.
Generally, conflicts among the younger generation wouldn't escalate to a full-blown war between families. At most, they'd result in a verbal war, an apology, and some minor punishment.
Moreover, the Ashford family was second only to the Wilson family among the four major families, with the Millers next and the Harris family last.
Even if Carlos felt sorry for her, he wouldn't rashly go to war with the Ashfords over her. This matter would likely end soon.
Isolde understood this very well.
Although she hated it, the only person who'd make Lucian hesitate right now or help her was probably Ethan.
"Still dare to mention him? I'll tear your mouth apart today!" Lucian was even more infuriated, about to move again when hearing this.
"Hold on!" At that moment, Magnus, who had been watching the scene unfold, finally spoke up.
"Magnus, why are you stopping me? I need to teach the Harris family a lesson today, or they'll think we're easy targets!" Lucian glared in confusion as he asked.
"She's from the Harris family. Slapping her a couple of times might be one thing, but have you thought about the consequences if something serious happens?" Magnus leaned in and whispered in Lucian's ear.
Lucian shivered at the words, suddenly realizing that in his impulsiveness, he had overlooked Isolde's status! He pondered, 'The Ashfords might not fear the Harris family, but I do. Moreover, could I really represent the family? If something serious happened to Isolde, the first to come after me would likely be the Ashford family's own rules and regulations.'
"Thanks for the reminder, Magnus. I got a bit carried away!" Lucian, now calm, broke out in a cold sweat.
"You've calmed down, and you've saved some face. Let's stop here. If the Harris family arrives, it will be hard to handle." Magnus patted Lucian's shoulder and reminded him calmly.
"You're lucky I have more important things to do today and have no time to waste on you! Otherwise, I would've landed you in the hospital! Let's go!" Though reluctant, Lucian had no choice but to stop. He shoved Isolde to the ground and prepared to leave with his men.
"Think you can just leave after hitting someone? Since when was it so easy?" At that moment, a tall figure suddenly appeared and blocked their path.
"Ethan?!" Lucian's eyes widened in shock, and even Magnus was slightly surprised. Clearly, they didn't expect Ethan's appearance!
In fact, when the two groups first encountered each other, the bodyguards Carlos secretly assigned to protect Isolde had already reported back to the Harris family.
Isolde would never truly be alone.
However, when they encountered the Ashford family's apprentices, the bodyguards didn't know how to handle the situation and had to consult Carlos.
Carlos, who was discussing cooperation with Ethan and the Millers with Clarence and Orion, was naturally furious when he received the news.
He wanted the bodyguards to protect Isolde immediately, but Clarence reminded him of something.
Carlos then changed his mind, instructing them not to intervene unless her life was in danger.
Meanwhile, Orion intercepted Ethan, who was about to leave, and explained the situation.
Ethan, though helpless, knew that he caused this. He couldn't just stand by, so he and Sarah drove Carlos's car straight to Midnight Oasis.
His involvement was actually the best solution. He could deal with the Ashford family's younger generation without hesitation, securing justice for the Harris family without escalating conflict between the two families.
After all, he had no more ties with the Ashfords and had nothing to worry about.
If Isolde knew she could've avoided the beating but got it because of Ethan, she might faint from anger!
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