Mistaken Match: Marrying the Enigmatic CEO by Ruby Fennimore

Chapter 1998 "Quick!" "Stop him!" Unprepared for the sudden outburst of fury from Emmanuel after his earlier display of bravado, Xander sensed the urgency of the moment. The distance between them mattered little as the threat loomed large.

In an instant, a gunman raised his weapon and fired at Emmanuel.

Declan flinched slightly, weighing his options, but he quickly suppressed the urge to intervene.

Before any further chaos could unfold, Quintus and the others sprang into action, swiftly neutralizing the gunmen within the Quill family estate. Emmanuel deftly navigated through the hail of bullets, emerging unscathed before Roselynn.

Chapter 1998 A Desperate Pisa "Roselynnl" "Emmanuel!" Her voice, though weak, carried the sweet relief of life. This simple affirmation eased the heavy burden pressing on Emmanuel's heart. With a fierce roar, he declared, "Everyone must die!" In the blink of an eye, the thugs who had been holding Roselynn were sent sprawling into the air, denied even a moment to react.

They fell to the ground, blood spilling from their lips, lifeless before they struck the earth.

The ruthless individuals who had eagerly awaited Emmanuel's downfall now recoiled in terror.

Frightened by his wild state, they felt as if they were mere ants before a raging bull.

Many glanced toward Gwain, hoping he would take the lead in retaliating.

15:58 Thu, Nov 21 Chapter 1908 A Desperate Plea Yet, Gwain remained unmoved. Even with Roselynn safely rescued, he doubted Emmanuel could make a clean escape with her.

"Roselynn!" Emmanuel held her tightly, relief flooding his heart as he wrapped her in his embrace.

"Emmanuel, I... I'm still alive. You must not let any of the Quill family members go, nor Gwain or that woman named Yuna." Roselynn, unlike her mother, harbored a fierce spirit of vengeance; she refused to let bygones be bygones.

"Okay. I promise you." Emmanuel gritted his teeth and nodded in agreement, determination burning in his eyes.

Xander erupted in laughter, a mocking sound that filled the air. “Emmanuel, given this situation, how do you plan to spare us? Do you know why you're still alive? It's because we haven't had our fill of fun yet. Hahaha..." Jenson, anxious to avoid dragging the night on any longer, interjected urgently, "Commander Gray, get your men to sliminats Emmanust and gang,* "Wait, there's no rush," Xander called out hastily, sensing the shift in the atmosphere.

Declan, sporting a half-smirk, turned to Xander and asked, "Mr. Xander, do you have something else to say?" "Ha! I do." Xander, oblivious to the tension, chuckled, "I have a small request. Please don't kill Emmanuel outright. I promised my wife that I would use this Bone-Crushing Knife to take his life personally," As he spoke, he raised the gleaming knife high, pride radiating from him like the weapon's sharp glint.

The people of Eldoria, anxious and impatient, could hardly contain their 15:36 Thu Nov 21 D DU excitement. Without a leader, despite their numbers, they felt lost when it cto confronting Emmanuel.

"Fine, I won't kill Emmanuel,” Declan said slowly, raising his hand in a gesture of acquiescence.

"Ha! Thank you, Commander Gray-" Xander beamed with triumph, savoring his moment of perceived victory.

But in the blink of an eye, Declan's expression turned icy. He bellowed, "But I will kill you. And I'll take out everyone from the Quill family." "What?!" Xander and the members of the Quill family froze in shock, unable to believe their ears.

They thought they must have misheard the declaration.

Yet, in the next instant, as Declan waved his hand, a multitude of dark gun 5/12 15:58 Thu, Nov 21 DB - barrels pointed directly at them. Their expressions shifted to blank disbelief "Commander Gray, are you joking right now?" Xander's grin twisted into a mask of anxiety. Im still holding this knife. You've putin an awkward position." Declan snorted dismissively, disregarding anyone's embarrassment as he strode purposefully toward Emmanuel.

Emmanuel cradled Roselynn in one arm his expression a chilling mask of resolve, radiating an unmistakable aura of danger as he stood poised for his adversary's approach. The scene before him rendered everyone in the room utterly speechless, their eyes wide with disbelief.

An unsettling wave of foreboding washed over them, thickening the air like a storm cloud.

"Mr. Owain, this doesn't bode well. We may need to make a hasty exit," Yuna, ever the strategist, warned with a measured tone.

15:58 Thu, Nov & 64% Chapter 1998 A Desperate Plea Gwain nodded, his agreement evident. Though the reasons for this sudden upheaval eluded him, his instinct for self-preservation surged to the forefront. After all, where there was life, there was always hope. "Commander, the troops are ready for action. Please give the order!" Declan addressed Emmanuel, his bow respectful yet tinged with urgency. This prompted a collective gasp from the crowd, their minds racing to process the implications of this new allegiance.

The abrupt shift in circumstances left them reeling. They had confidently assumed the Silver Fox Military was there to challenge Emmanuel, convinced victory was theirs. They were woefully mistaken, as the Silver Fox Military had now cunder Emmanuel's command, transforming their perception into that of proverbial fish in a barrel.

“This... This is impossible!" Deangelo gasped, his eyes wide with disbelief as he struggled to grasp the reality of the situation.

Xander, equally stunned, let his Bone-Crushing Knife clatter to the ground, the sound echoing in the charged atmosphere.

7/12 1228 Thu, 64% Chapter 1998 A Desperate Plea "Retreat!" Gwain commanded, his voice steady despite the chaos around him. He quickly assessed the dire situation, issuing orders to Hank and Wyatt as they prepared to lead Yuna in a swift escape from the estate. "Haha! The so-called number one in the world, fleeing with your tail between your legs? Where's your dignity now? Just wait until I catch you!" Quintus taunted, his voice dripping with scorn. Without waiting for Emmanuel's command, he charged after them, a fire igniting within him.

The elite members of the Blade Battalion followed suit, including Solana, Sunny, and Anna, all intent on ensuring that no one slipped through their grasp: "Take this!" Quintus shouted, his battle fervor surging as he felt a rush of excitement. Gwain was one of the two peak figures recognized in the martial arts world of Chanaea. If he could defeat him, he would rise to prominence alongside Emmanuel.

Yet, despite his raw strength, Quintus' lack of technique proved to be a significant hindrance. With a single, fluid motion, Gwain executed a technique 8/12 15:59 Thu, Nov 21 B Chapter 1998 A Desperate Plea known as the Big Dipper, effortlessly redirecting Quintus' force back toward Sunny and the others, who were hot on their heels.

Boom! The chaos unleashed by Quintus' reckless strike created the perfect opportunity for Gwain to make his escape.

# "D*mn it, that was careless of me! He truly is formidable!" Quintus exclaimed, frustration boiling within him as he realized the gravity of his mistake. Sunny, ever composed, quickly dispatched those who attempted to flee in the ensuing confusion. These individuals lacked the martial prowess of Gwain and his companions, and the idea that they could escape at such a moment was nothing short of fantasy.

"Declan, follow my command!” Emmanuel issued orders without hesitation. "Secure the area. Anyone who resists or attempts to flee will be dealt with mercilessly!" His chilling words sent a shiver through the crowd, an unmistakable warning of the fate that awaited them.

Chapter 3998 A Desperate Pice "Yes, sir!' Declan replied, immediately taking charge.

* 64% In an instant, the ranks of the Silver Fox Military surged forward like a tidal wave, crashing into the Quill Residence. The artillery was aimed at every exit, and overhead, drones buzzed ominously, their sounds echoing like a death knell for many caught in the fray.

The members of the Quill family stood in a haze of confusion, their minds struggling to comprehend the rapid and well-coordinated maneuvers of the Silver Fox Military. They had never witnessed such precision and sophistication before. Unbeknownst to them, however, most of these troops were members of the Wolf Warrior Unit, cleverly disguised to exploit their presence at the Silver Fox Military base. This tactical ruse allowed them to sidestep regulations while maintaining the crucial element of surprise.

Even if investigations arose later, the Silver Fox Military had the authority to act. Behind this well-orchestrated maneuver lay the machinations of Teddy and his faction, who reveled in their cunning strategy.

"We surrender! We give up!" cthe panicked cries from the gathered 10/12 15:59 Thu, Nov 21 Chapter 1998 A Desperate Plea individuals.

"We have no ties to the Quill family!" one voice pleaded desperately.

"Yes, we were just spectators, and we inadvertently stepped forward!" another chimed in, fear palpable in their tone.

"I was merely here to observe. I am et not a villain!" Yet another voice m quavered. echoing the sentiments that coursed through the crowd.

Every individual present shared this sentiment, their minds racing as they questioned how they had becentangled with a national-level military unit. This felt like an outrageous act of bullying that left them utterly bewildered.

Amidst the chaos, Emmanuel remained unfazed, his icy gaze fixed intently on the members of the Quill family.

Thud! The tide had irrevocably turned when Xander knelt first, bowing to the 11/12 15:59 Thu, Nov 21 Chapter 1998 A Desperate Plea inevitable fate that had befallen them.

Thud! Thud! One by one, the members of the Quill family followed suit, kneeling in submission, their pride shattered.

64% #t 3 Kelly, who had once envisioned forcing Emmanuel to kneel before her like a dog, now found herself bowing in terror, nearly losing control of her senses.

She had never imagined that so many weapons would be aimed at her, where a single misfire could spell her doom.

"Xander, didn't you have a request?" Emmanuel's cold voice finally pierced N through the tense silence, his gaze locking onto the massive Bone-Crushing Knife lying ominously on the ground.