"Big brother, long time no see, hope you're doing well." Seeing Lucas blocking the door, Avery felt a bit nervous, but she kept calm on the surface, not wanting them to know she was afraid.
Lucas was her big brother, the most beloved eldest son of Harrison and Victoria.
In these years, everyone in the capital knew what Lucas had been up to.
Gambling, hanging out with the wrong crowd, doing whatever he wanted, he only had the identity of a wealthy young master, but in reality he was no different from a thug.
In the two years since she came from the countryside to the capital, she hadn't had much contact with this big brother, so she didn't have any feelings for him.
At this moment, she watched as Lucas blocked her way, holding a long baseball bat in his hand, step by step forcing her into the living room, feeling both angry and scared.
"I still have something to do at the hospital, big brother, please move aside."
"What could you possibly have to do at the hospital?" Lucas held the baseball bat in his hand, shaking it up and down, tapping his palm. His handsome face, once godlike, now had a hint of villainy.
He smirked and said, "Is it to see that child named Julian? He's theillegitimate child of Third Master Blackwood, right? Little sis, just because you're married doesn't mean you can betray us and help Third Master Blackwood take away Dad's company. Even if Mom and Dad can tolerate it, I can't."
"You..."
Faced with Lucas' naked threat, Avery instinctively reached into her bag, wanting to call Ethan on her phone.
If she was only facing Harrison and Victoria, she could easily handle and get rid of them herself.
But now, there was also Lucas. He was capable of using any means necessary to achieve his goals. If there was no one else to help her, she was sure she wouldn't be able to walk out of this door today.
However, Lucas had already noticed Avery's movements. Before she could even reach for her bag, Lucas had snatched it away.
"If you don't want me to lay a hand on that child, you better get inside right now. You'll have to agree to any demands dad makes, or else..."
As he spoke, the other end of the baseball bat was already pressed against Avery's jaw.
She was worried that Lucas would do something reckless, and even more worried that she wouldn't be able to see Ethan again if she didn't cooperate. She could only be forced back into the living room like this. Lucas threw the bag on the ground and closed the door, entering the living room with the baseball bat pointed at Avery at all times.
Seeing Avery come back obediently, Victoria was extremely pleased. "You're so good at running, why don't you run now? Let's see where you can run to."
With Lucas present, Harrison had more confidence to speak and went straight to the point.
"To continue from what we were talking about earlier. The first thing is for you to hand over Wells industries to me. The second thing is about you and Mr. Blackwood."
"What about me and Mr. Blackwood?" Avery furrowed her brows tightly, already having a bad feeling about this.
She felt that this time, Harrison's demand was even more terrifying than a lion's roar.
"Don't be nervous, my request is not unreasonable," Harrison continued with a smile. "Last time at the old mansion, your sister and Mr. Blackwood already had intimate relations. I hope you can give up the position of Mrs. Blackwood for the sake of your sister's reputation."
"No, it's impossible!" Avery immediately refused.
She had heard of giving up status, giving up money... everything could be given up, but she had never heard of giving up a husband!
This kind of thing that only appeared in TV dramas was now happening to her!
While Avery found it unbelievable, she was more angry.
"Never mind the fact that Mr. Blackwood is my husband. Nothing happened between him and my sister last time, and I won't divorce him. Don't even think about it!"
"Don't refuse so quickly."
Knowing that Avery would refuse, Harrison remained calm.
"Don't you want custody of your grandparents? Let's make a deal. I'll give you custody of your grandmother, but as for your grandfather, I think it's more suitable for him to stay with the family."
"As long as you give up the identity of Mrs. Blackwood, you can keep your grandmother by your side forever. It's a good deal for you."
After Harrison finished speaking, Victoria also chimed in.
"Avery, we're doing this for your own good. Think about it, what is Mr. Blackwood's status? He's good to you now, but he's so rich that he can have any woman he wants. To him, you're just a toy that he can discard when the novelty wears off."
"Even if your sister is not here, there will be other women who can replace your position in the future. Instead of that, it's better to let your sister help you. She has been smart since childhood, and with her around, no other woman can take advantage of the situation. Do you agree with what I said?"
Although they claimed it was for the sake of Avery, she found it absurd.
What did they mean by other women replacing her?
Even if Ethan really abandoned her for another woman in the future, that woman could not be her trusted sister!
Thinking of this, Avery repeated firmly, "I said, I can agree to anything, but not leaving Mr. Blackwood. I will not give up on him no matter how many times you say it!"
"You...!" Harrison tried to persuade her, but seeing Avery's attitude, his face changed again.
He signaled to Lucas and ordered in a stern voice, "Lucas, did you hear that? This girl refuses to return the company to us and wants to occupy her sister's position."
"I didn't say I wouldn't return the company to you." Avery said , trying to explain, "What I mean is that I can return Wells industries to you, but Mr. Blackwood is my husband, and I can't..."
Before she could finish her sentence, Lucas' baseball bat hit her back.
Although it didn't hit her head, the blow made her dizzy, and the part of her back where she was hit felt like her bones were about to break. "You have to agree even if you don't want to. You have no choice!" After hitting Avery, Lucas stood beside her, swinging his baseball bat, ready to strike at any moment.
Avery never thought that one day she would be threatened by her own family like this!
She held her back with her hand, turned her head, and stared at Lucas fiercely: "I will never let go of my husband! If you have the ability, just beat me to death here!"
"You little brat, how dare you have such an attitude? I think you're asking for a beating!" Victoria cursed: "Lucas, beat her! Beat her hard until she agrees!" "Okay, Mom, she can't take a few hits. In the end, she'll have to agree, won't she?"
Hearing his mother's words, Lucas became excited again, like a bloodthirsty maniac, he once again swung his baseball bat towards Avery.