A sharp "smack" echoed through the room as Daniel, without a word of warning, raised his hand and slapped Alex hard across the face.
"If you can't speak properly, then shut up," Daniel said coldly, his voice icy and sharp. His piercing gaze locked onto Alex, carrying a chilling menace that seemed to promise far worse consequences if he dared to spout nonsense again.
Caught off guard by the sudden slap, Alex froze in place, clutching his burning cheek. His eyes widened in disbelief as he glared at Daniel. "You bastard! How dare you hit me?"
Smack! Another slap landed, this time with the back of Daniel's hand. "What if I did? Say another word, and it won't stop at just a slap."
"Daniel, are you courting death? Do you think I'm someone you can mess with? Today, I'll show you what the Coop
