"Look, I'll make it right with her, alright? I've got the money to cover her medical expenses. Plus, don't you want Lily's diploma? I can arrange that."
John, striving to win favor, spoke while a mix of blood and spit dripped from his mouth.
Yet, Jacob's face remained as undisturbed as the calm before a storm.
He advanced, seized John by the shirt, and shoved his head into the rain barrel.
John lacked the strength to fight back. His head was fully submerged.
"Please! Stop! I'm begging!"
Despite John's pleas, Jacob's resolve was unwavering.
Only when John was on the brink of unconsciousness did Jacob toss him aside, like a discarded puppet.
John let out a breathless chuckle, as if he had surrendered completely, his eyes radiating utter contempt.
"Do you really think this display ea
