Save Myself from Desperation by Cara Agnes

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Clark had just settled into his seat when he witnessed Ashley in the driver’s seat grip the steering

wheel and hit the gas. The car shot fo like an arrow released from its bow, catching him entirely off

guard

Clark jolted in his seat, instinctively reaching for the overhead handle the speedometer rapidly

ascended. His heart pounded in his chest. It was like being in the midst of an intense street race.

The other cars following were left behind instantly, illustrating the incredible speed.

Clark clung tightly to the car handrail, trying to turn his head back to glance at Valentin. To his surprise,

Valentin was admiring Ashley’s driving skills with a look that practically screamed, “My wife is amazing!”

Valentin didn’t say much because he knew Ashley was worried about Miranda. Since she wanted to

reach Ramos Villa quickly, he naturally supported her.

The initially more than 40-minute journey was compressed to less than half, reaching Ramos Villa at

the fastest speed possible.

Clark was genuinely amazed, thinking. She is indeed a racing genius. Sitting in the car of a racing

legend in my lifetime, how awesome is that!

‘Compared to Ms. Ramos, my driving speed is like child’s play!”

As soon as the car stopped, Ashley got out of the driver’s seat without stopping. At this moment,

Valentin’s phone rang, a report call from his subordinates.

They were the ones who went to investigate for clues near Miranda’s

apartment.

Valentin answered the call on speaker, and Ashley anxiously listened.

The subordinate reported, “Mr. Kingsley, we haven’t reached Miranda’s residence yet, but a few of our

guys were already in the area for another task. I’ve instructed them to investigate immediately. The

preliminary findings show that the surveillance was maliciously damaged. Miranda’s phone was

shattered on the ground, making it impossible to trace her. In addition, we found a small electronic

device on the ground. We’re not sure if it’s a clue.”

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Valentin said in a low voice. “Bring it over immediately. The address is Winston Street, No. 34.”

“Okay, Mr. Kingsley.” After the subordinate finished speaking, he was stunned for a moment. Winston

Street, No. 34… Isn’t that the locati Ramos Villa? How did Mr. Kingsley manage to get there so swiftly?

After hanging up the phone, Ashley thought for a moment and said, “Valentin, you wait here for the item

to be delivered. See if it can reveal any clues. I’ll go inside to find Evan. If you discover any leads,

come in immediately.”

This way, both sides could investigate simultaneously, making the process more efficient. Moreover,

Evan didn’t know yet that she was aware of Miranda’s kidnapping. If she went in now, she might catch

him. off guard.

Although Valentin was worried about Ashley going in alone, seeing her determined expression, he let

Clark accompany her inside.

As the head of the security team, Clark had excellent skills and could protect her.

Ashley had no objection.

At the entrance of Ramos Villa, the security guards took a few seconds to collect their thoughts when

they saw Ashley coming over. Of course, they recognized that this was Ashley Ramos. But hadn’t she

cut ties with the family already? Why was she suddenly back in the middle of the night?

Moreover, Ashley flourished after she left, while the Ramos family faced continuous setbacks. The

current Ashley was no longer someone the Ramos family could aspire to match.

The security guard dared not take matters into his own hands, nor did he dare to chase her away. He

immediately ran to inform Evan.

Worried about Miranda, Ashley had long lost her patience. She was not concerned about formalities

and went straight in.

Ashley hadn’t anticipated that stepping into Ramos Villa again would be under these circumstances.

At such a late hour, Evan and Jessica were still awake. Bertha, who had. returned from the hospital,

joined them in the living room.

Evan had been staring at his phone, having just received the news about

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the escaped criminals successfully kidnapping Miranda as planned.

As he was about to proceed with the next step, the security guard suddenly ran in, saying Ashley had

arrived.

Evan was surprised. “Why did she suddenly here?”

Bertha pondered momentarily and smiled, “Could it be that the stubborn girl has had a change of

heart? After we went to Royal Entertainment to find her that day, she thought it through and decided to

help us, so she came back?”

Upon hearing this, Evan, somewhat pleased, said, “At least this troublemaker has some conscience.”

Jessica was quiet and didn’t speak. She thought, ‘Ashley, that wicked woman, has she truly had a

change of heart and was willing to help the Ramos family?’

Evan looked at the security guard beside him, adopting a condescending tone. “Let her in…”

Before he finished the words, Ashley had already entered the room, accompanied by a nearly 7-foot-

tall, strong man.

Evan was dissatisfied that Ashley didn’t regard him highly, but now the family needed her, so he had to

suppress his discontent. “You’ve got some conscience to come back. Who’s the one following you?”

Clark, a muscular man, stood silently next to Ashley. He only followed her orders and did not intend to

bother Evan.

Ashley had already run out of patience and got straight to the point. “Where is Miranda?”

Evan was surprised by her inquiry about Miranda.

Bertha’s eyes flashed with panic. They had just had Miranda kidnapped, and Ashley already knew

about it? So quickly?

Jessica was equally surprised and wondered how Ashley found out.

Evan concealed his inner confusion, feigning ignorance. “What Miranda? What are you talking about?”

Ashley suddenly stepped closer, staring sharply at him, her voice like icy daggers. “Tell me! Where is

Miranda right now?”

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Evan instinctively stepped back, unexpectedly overwhelmed by Ashley’s momentum. Despite feeling a

chill down his spine, he sensed that retreating would damage his dignity. Frustrated and desperate, he

blustered. “What are you talking about? Miranda? I don’t know her at

Ashley repeated his words in her mind and sneered.

She really hated that others were getting into trouble because of her.

She walked to a nearby table and picked up a long, thick ruler. This was the thing the Ramos family

used to discipline her in the past.

Seeing Ashley pick up the ruler, Evan recalled the days of disciplining her and revelled again in his role

as the head of the family. He sneered, “What’s this, now you know it wasn’t smart to talk back to me

and try to punish yourself with that ruler? You rebellious, ungrateful daughter! You’ve got some nerve

challenging your own father! Well, let’s stick to the good old tradition. Give yourself a good whack with

that ruler! Ten times!”

Hearing this, Clark was shocked. ‘Good old tradition? What kind of life did Ms. Ramos have in this

house?’

Bertha was unfazed, believing that a good child could only be raised under strict discipline. No beating,

no success.

After Evan’s arrogant scolding, he waited for Ashley to hit herself.

However, the next instant, Ashley walked up to Evan with the ruler. She suddenly raised the ruler high

and struck ruthlessly at him.

A sharp crack echoed as the ruler hit Evan, creating a horrifying sound.

“Ah!” The living room was filled with Evan’s horrendous screams.

Bertha and Jessica were stunned and immediately rushed over.

“You beast! You ungrateful child! How dare you hit your own father!” Bertha yelled in a sharp voice,

rushing forward to strike Ashley.

Ashley promptly threw her out. “Get lost!”

Bertha staggered and fell to the ground.

In pain with bloodshot eyes, Evan seethed with anger, breathing heavily as he clenched his teeth.

“Ashley! You, you…”

Before he could finish speaking, there was another loud snap!

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Ashley used the ruler to hit his mouth this time.

Evan’s face instantly swelled up, blood oozing from the corner of his mouth. One of his front teeth had

been knocked out, and he spat out a mouthful of bloody saliva.

“Ashley!” Jessica rushed forward in fear and grabbed Ashley. Pretending to be respectful and gentle,

she softly advised, “Ashley, even if you’re angry, you shouldn’t lay hands on Dad. There must be a

misunderstanding… Ah!”

Once again, there was a loud snap!

Ashley swung the ruler backhandedly, striking Jessica across her body.

She remained indifferent as she said, “One more word, and I’ll hit you up as well.”

Jessica screamed in pain, tears instantly welling up. In e past, she used to be the one wielding the ruler

against that despicable woman, Ashley. Now, the tables had turned.