Chapter 1152

This was Miguel, though no one present recognized him. Tonight, he had come in person. His ive had always been capturing Elliana, but on any ordinary day, she remained untouchable. Cole’s constant vigilance, and the presence of Arthur and Milton, formed an impenetrable wall. His operatives could never breach that defense. So tonight, he had chosen to handle matters himself.

Miguel had been searching for a way to draw her protectors away when, with delicious irony, his rival moved first.

Others might not have understood who secretly controlled SerpentFang, but Miguel knew. It was a force operating under the Serpent Society. By abducting Sophie, Maxine had successfully pulled Cole away from Elliana’s side.

But Maxine’s reach extended only so far. She had failed to dislodge Arthur and Milton.

When it became apparent Maxine could offer nothing more, Miguel had recognized his opening and seized it. Though he and Maxine were sworn enemies, in this particular game, their ives aligned perfectly. With a video showing Rita plunging into the sea and a vial containing her blood, he had dispatched Arthur and Milton on a futile chase to Skythread Gorge.

Miguel hadn’t planned to show up this soon. He had been waiting in his car, intending to let his men clear out the guards before heading upstairs to take Elliana. But the plan fell apart before it even began—his men couldn’t make it past the first floor. With Cole, Arthur, and Milton gone, he had assumed the hospital’s security would crumble easily. He had never expected his men to be stuck this long.

He knew Maxine would come tonight, so he had made his move early, hoping to avoid her entirely. A showdown for control over the Serpent Society and the Griffiths family was bound to happen sooner or later, but tonight wasn’t meant for that fight. All he wanted was to get Elliana out quietly, without drawing too much attention. This was Ublento, not Delta. If things got loud here, escaping would be next to impossible. Watching his men struggle to breach the second floor filled Miguel with frustration. If this delay continued, Maxine would arrive, and then all hell would break loose. He had no choice but to step in himself.

Before entering, he had asked about the guards downstairs. His men told him they were from the Star Society, led by someone named Matthew.

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The Star Society’s reputation preceded it, and Miguel was no stranger to its name. He had even admired its leader, Lexi, from afar—never realizing Lexi and Elliana were one and the same.

That discovery had only tightened his obsession. Elliana’s brilliance, grace, and achievements outshone even Rita’s. She wasn’t just talented—she was extraordinary.

But admiration had a short life in Miguel’s heart. It turned bitter fast. And now, standing in his way was Matthew—a man whose very presence sealed his fate.

The moment Miguel entered the lobby, his eyes found Matthew, who stood tall and broad-shouldered, every inch of him built for power.

Miguel sized Matthew up for a second and then mused to himself, “Not bad to look at.” Too bad it wouldn’t save Matthew today. He was going to kill Matthew. That much was certain.

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