My Identities Were All Exposed After I Was Pampered by Everyone at My Grandfather's House! Chapter 369 - Chapter 369: Surgery

The grand chandelier above was struck, and then the Custodians team made their forceful entrance through the windows.

Yet, upon their entry, they discovered the bathtub eerily empty, save for a scattering of rose petals floating on the water's surface.

"Damn it, it's only been three minutes. Where could they have vanished to?" Ai Ye, in a fit of frustration, kicked the fallen chandelier and swept his sniper rifle across the shadowy confines of the room.

"Austin is an exceptionally skilled fighter, and we can't forget Minnie, who possesses formidable Kung Fu prowess," Su Xun remarked, his gaze meticulously scanning the darkened space.

He understood that apprehending Austin might prove elusive on this occasion, but it was of little consequence. The cruise ship was already underway, and a thorough search of the vessel would undoubtedly lead them to Austin.

"Begin a sweep of the premises. Eliminate any mercenaries you encounter."

"Understood!" The team members promptly engaged in their search and combat.

Meanwhile, Qiao Yue had already been relocated to a chamber situated in the ship's lower decks.

Austin stood before her, her hands and feet securely fastened. The medical spotlight directly above her head caused a disorienting dizziness to overcome her.

"Godfather, must you treat me in such a manner?" Qiao Yue's voice trembled audibly.

"Qiao Yue, you must understand that my intention from the very beginning was for you to be my bride. Only a child born to my beloved could bear such a striking resemblance to her. You, and only you, can be transformed into her completely."

A scalpel lay ominously close at hand.

"This injection will induce memory loss. Once that takes effect, I will make you my one true love."

Austin gently took hold of Qiao Yue's chin, his eyes appraising her features. "Do you realize which aspect of you most profoundly mirrors your mother?"

Qiao Yue squeezed her eyes shut, resolutely refusing to meet Austin's gaze.

"It is your eyes." Austin's fingers brushed against her eyes, an action that filled Qiao Yue with utter revulsion.

"We are prepared for your surgery. Qiao Yue, brace yourself for your final moments."

The needle was pressed against Qiao Yue's skin. As the cold medication entered her body, a slight tremor ran through her.

Austin observed from a distance, seemingly deriving pleasure from Qiao Yue's involuntary trembling.

This was precisely the outcome he desired: a young woman subdued, a woman who would unequivocally belong to him.

"Bang! Bang!" Two sharp gunshots echoed through the air, followed by the forceful opening of the door.

Qiao Jing and Qiao Yu appeared, their sniper rifles trained directly on Austin.

Minnie, positioned nearby, swiftly retracted her pistol and aimed it at the two newcomers. "Godfather, the sedative is about to take effect. Should we proceed with the surgery or withdraw?"

In such a chaotic turn of events, the surgery clearly needed to be halted. Qiao Yu struggled to comprehend.

"You will both perish. What surgery warrants continuation under these circumstances?"

Austin moved behind Minnie, relieving her of her weapon. "I shall handle them. You, however, must continue with the surgery. I have complete faith in your capabilities."

"Godfather..."

"No more words." Austin decisively pushed Minnie towards the operating table.

Qiao Yue was already feeling her senses slip away, her limbs growing heavy and weak.

"Release Qiao Yue, and I will ensure that your actions today are as if they never occurred." Qiao Jing's voice was steady, his gun aimed squarely at Austin.

"And why should I? It was I who rescued my beloved from the brink of disaster. I will not permit anyone else to claim her."

"She is not your beloved; she is her daughter. You are truly a pervert. Unable to possess the mother, you now intend to possess the daughter. This is utterly depraved."

Qiao Yu found himself at a loss for words to adequately express his fury. The thought of Qiao Yue enduring such torment at this man's hands fueled a fierce desire to rip him limb from limb.

"Qiao Jing, I am aware of your deep affection for Qiao Yue, but..." Austin disregarded Qiao Yu's vitriolic outburst and produced a small remote control.

"Perhaps you are unaware, but I discreetly placed a miniature explosive device within her body some time ago. She has not the slightest inkling of its presence. While this device may not be lethal to us, it will certainly prove fatal to Qiao Yue."

Qiao Jing's expression remained impassive. He merely fixated on Austin, a sneer playing on his lips. "You are determined to have Qiao Yue, even if it means destroying her in the process?"

Austin met Qiao Jing's gaze, slowly advancing until his body pressed against the barrel of Qiao Jing's gun. "It makes no difference. As long as no one else can possess her, she is mine. I can obliterate her, just as I did her mother. What do you say to that, Qiao Jing?"

Qiao Jing regarded Austin with a newfound calmness. His finger rested on the trigger, poised to fire at a moment's notice.

Just as he was about to pull the trigger, two shots rang out within the confined space.

Austin whirled around, his eyes fixed on Qiao Yue with an expression of utter disbelief.