Goodbye Saintess (by Edelweiss W.S.) novel Chapter 136

**TITLE: The Unseen Kingdom That Followed Me Into Every Dream by Alyndra Meron Valeen**

“Just do it already! What on earth are you waiting for, you fools?! Do you want me dead?!” Terry’s voice pierced the air, laced with panic as pain shot through his neck like a relentless electric current. The sheer terror of the moment seemed to freeze him in place, rendering him powerless.

The bodyguards, caught in a moral quandary, had no option but to comply with his frantic demands. With heavy hearts and reluctant steps, they retreated from the establishment, the weight of their decision hanging in the air like a storm cloud.

Once the door clicked shut behind them, sealing us in a tense silence, Terry’s demeanor shifted. He turned to me, desperation etched across his features. “They’re gone now! Are you satisfied? Can you please let me go?” His voice trembled, a mix of fear and pleading.

Ignoring his pleas, I pivoted to my employees, my voice steady and commanding. “All right, everyone! Jeanine, help Lucas up. We need to get out of here, now!”

A wave of realization washed over the crowd as my intention became clear. Shock rippled through their ranks, followed by expressions of awe and disbelief. It was as if they were witnessing a miracle; their formidable boss had taken Terry hostage, a bold move to ensure their escape from the clutches of danger.

In a world where authority often wielded its power over the vulnerable, how many leaders would dare to risk their own safety for the sake of their people?

Yet, my employees stood frozen, caught between loyalty and fear. None dared to move.

“But we can’t just leave you, Mr. Grimwald!” one of them exclaimed, his voice tinged with panic.

“We should wait for Mr. Goldman! He must have a plan. There has to be another way!” another chimed in, desperation creeping into their tone.

“I don’t want to leave you!” Jeanine cried, her eyes wide with concern.

I exhaled sharply, frustration bubbling to the surface. “Enough with the theatrics! Just go. I’ll be fine—Mr. Goldman is on his way, isn’t he? I don’t want you risking your lives if things take a turn for the worse.”

“None of you are trained to fight or negotiate. Staying here won’t help me. The best way you can assist is to leave… I’ll feel far safer knowing you’re out of harm’s way.”

A heavy silence enveloped the room, thick with tension. Jeanine, tears welling in her eyes, grasped my arm as if seeking solace in my presence.

Without uttering another word, she nodded fiercely and helped Lucas to his feet, determination radiating from her every move.

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**Chapter 138**

“Lucas winced as he shifted, the pain evident on his face. “I’m sorry, Mr. Grimwald. I thought it could work,” he murmured, guilt flooding his voice.

My anger flared anew at the thought of the injuries Terry had inflicted. “It’s not your fault, Lucas. This went south because we’re dealing with an absolute jerk!”

I pressed the bottle harder against Terry’s throat, and he yelped again, the sound echoing in the charged atmosphere, a reminder of the stakes we were all facing.