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Chapter 328 Edward finally couldn't take it anymore , the color draining slightly from his face . He forced a smile at the bankers , who were listening intently , and walked toward the restroom on unsteady feet . He could even feel Roderick's calm , unwavering gaze on his back , like cold needles pricking his skin . Stumbling into the spacious and ornate restroom , Edward slammed his hands on the cold marble counter , gasping for breath .

He looked at the man in the mirror - pale , with a trace of shock , anger , and panic in his eyes - and could hardly recognize him as the man who had always been so successful . Why ? Why did things spiral out of control whenever he encountered Roderick ? That feeling of being in his element , of having everything under control , had vanished without a trace . Chapter 328 Was it a coincidence ? Or did Roderick really have some strange method he didn't know about ? Something that could specifically counter him ?

He turned on the faucet and splashed cold water hard on his face , trying to calm himself down . The water droplets slid down his well - defined cheeks , bone- chillingly cold , but they couldn't extinguish the frustrated anger and faint unease in his heart . He had to think clearly , he had to ... Just then , the restroom door was pushed open silently . In the mirror , another person's figure appeared . Roderick walked in slowly , his expression still stern , his steps steady and devoid of any worldly air .

He walked to the adjacent sink , not looking at Edward , and just methodically turned on the faucet and began washing his hands , as if it were a perfectly ordinary act . In the cramped space , the only sounds were the rushing water Chapter 328 and Edward's still ragged , heavy breathing . This extreme calm , in contrast to Edward's outburst , created an immense , suffocating pressure . Edward snapped his head up , staring daggers ' at Roderick through the mirror . His voice was a bit hoarse from suppressing his emotions : " Roderick ... what the hell do you want ?

" Roderick turned off the faucet , pulled out a paper towel , and carefully wiped every drop of water from his hands , his movements elegant and slow . He finally turned his head , his calm gaze falling on Edward's pale and hostile face . " What do you think , Mr. Carroll ? " His voice was completely flat , but it pierced like an icicle . " I just came to wash my hands . " This dismissive attitude completely infuriated Edward . He spun around , his chest heaving violently . " Don't play dumb . You've been targeting me ever since you showed up ! Chapter 328 What kind of tricks did you use ?! !

" Roderick tossed the used paper towel precisely into the trash can , only then turning to face Edward directly . * His eyes were deep , as if hiding an endless , cold abyss , impossible to read , yet instinctively terrifying . " Tricks ? " Roderick raised an eyebrow slightly , his tone laced with a faint , almost cruel mockery . " Haven't you always relied on so - called luck and intuition , Mr. Carroll ? " He took a step forward . Though they were of similar height , his powerful , cold aura made Edward feel an oppressive sense of being looked down upon .

" I just make it a habit to do my research thoroughly and prepare adequately before I do anything . " Roderick's voice lowered slightly , but it became even clearer and colder , each word landing like a hammer blow on Edward's Chapter 328 heart . " For instance , knowing the preferences of every decision- maker , or thoroughly assessing the potential risks of every business partner , or for example ... " His gaze was as sharp as a knife , as if it could slice through all of Edward's pretenses . " ... making sure the people close to me aren't subjected to any unwanted disturbances or harm .

" That last sentence was pointed and bone - chillingly cold . Edward's heart clenched , as if stunned by the force of Roderick's presence . But he didn't understand what Roderick meant . Before he could sort out his thoughts , Roderick had already leaned in slightly , speaking word by word in a voice only the two of them could hear : " Edward , your good luck ends here . " His breath caught in his throat . Edward looked as if he'd been struck by a heavy blow , his face instantly turning pale . Chapter 328 Roderick hadn't even admitted to anything , nor had he made a direct threat .

But his words , " ends here , " terrified Edward more than any open declaration of war . Why ? How could this be ! " Roderick ! " Veins bulged on Edward's forehead as he reached out and grabbed Roderick by the collar , his breathing ragged . " What the hell do you mean? You're implying something , aren't you . " " Lately , Madeleine , you , and ... Fiona , all of you have been acting like different people . " " Why ? What the hell is going on !? " Roderick narrowed his eyes , seemingly unfazed by Edward's furious , crazed expression .

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