As Zero continued to strike Professor William, his friend, who had been watching the confrontation with a mix of shock and anger, couldn't bear to see him being humiliated any further.
Lucus stepped forward, his face contorted with rage, and shouted at Zero.
"Stop it, you insolent brat! How dare you lay your hands on William like this!" he exclaimed, his voice filled with authority.
Zero paused for a moment, his hand raised mid-slap, and turned his gaze towards Lucus before focusing on William again and slapping him.
Lucus's face turned even redder with anger as Zero ignored his command and continued to slap Professor William. Frustration and desperation surged within him, and he made a quick decision.
"You don't know who you're dealing with. Our family has an immense influence, and if you continue this assault, you'll regret it!"
Lucus shouted, his voice laced with a threatening tone.
"Is that so?"
Zero replied, his voice calm and composed.
-PAK! -PAK!
