Chapter 172

• As Pedro stormed out of the house, frustration boiled within him. One thought consumed his mind: he needed to act, and he needed to act now. If he didn’t, Lily would remain ensnared in Ethan’s deceitful clutches. He couldn’t allow her to be trapped in that man’s web of lies. He had to save her, no matter what it took.
• Noticing Pedro’s furious departure, Uncle Noel, the housekeeper, hurried after him. “Pedro!” he called out, his voice laced with urgency. “Stop right there, Pedro!”
• Despite Uncle Noel’s shouts, Pedro kept moving, his steps quick and resolute. Frustrated by his lack of response, Uncle Noel turned to the guards stationed nearby, who stood frozen like statues. “What are you all doing standing there like fools? Stop him!” he barked.