The Spare's Second Chance in Apocalypse-Chapter 191: Ch : Rotten Roots- Part 1

The bodyguard’s smirk widened as he watched Selene tense slightly at his words.

"This is your father’s order, Miss Selene. If you hinder me, you are going against him. And you know the consequences of that."

He said, his voice dripping with confidence.

Selene felt her breath hitch.

Her father’s orders.

Those words alone were enough to freeze her in place, sending an icy chill down her spine. She had spent years living under his control, dreading his every command, fearing his punishments.

The old fear stirred.

For just a moment, it clawed at the edges of her mind, whispering that she should back down.

That she should obey.

That she should stop fighting.

But then—

She shook her head.

Hard.

No.

That was the old her.

She wasn’t that powerless, obedient child anymore.

She wasn’t a pawn for her father to move at his will.

Her gaze snapped back to the bodyguard, and she took a deep, steadying breath.

"I don’t take orders from him anymore."

The bodyguard’s eyes narrowed in displeasure.

Seeing her snap out of it, he lunged forward, trying to take advantage of the hesitation he thought still lingered in her.

His movements were fast and controlled, his fist already swinging toward her.

Selene caught his wrist.

With a sharp twist, she yanked his arm forward and flipped him over her shoulder.

The bodyguard slammed onto the ground with a loud thud.

A flicker of shock crossed his face, but he recovered quickly, rolling back onto his feet.

Selene narrowed her eyes.

She activated Insight.

[Insight ActivatedTarget: Ivan Calloway Ability: Physical Enhancement]

Her system confirmed what her instincts had already warned her—he had an enhancement ability.

Which meant he was far stronger and faster than an ordinary awakened.

Selene barely had time to react before he charged again.

This time, his speed doubled.

The enhancement coursing through his body made his movements sharper, heavier, more dangerous.

Selene’s instincts screamed at her—DO NOT take that attack head-on.

She twisted to the side, barely dodging his strike.

But she didn’t see his next move.

With a flick of his wrist, he tossed a small packet of powder directly at her face.

The bag burst open upon impact, and the fine dust exploded in a cloud around her.

Selene inhaled—just a little.

But it was enough.

A sharp, dizzying sensation overtook her.

Her lungs burned, her mind fogged over.

She tried to hold her breath, but the effect of the drug was already spreading.

The bodyguard saw his chance.

Selene’s body wavered.

Her muscles felt heavy. Her thoughts blurred.

Her opponent didn’t hesitate.

He rushed forward, his fist aimed straight for her.

Selene saw the attack coming too late.

She tried to move, to defend herself—but she knew she wouldn’t be able to dodge completely.

’Fuck! This is going to hurt like a bitch!’

She braced herself.

But the impact never came.

Instead—

A wall of solid ice materialized between her and the bodyguard, blocking the attack.

A familiar, calm yet annoyed voice rang out.

"What exactly do you think you’re doing? I never gave you permission to attack anyone."

Selene blinked through the haze and turned to see Noah.

Noah stood with one hand raised, his icy-blue aura flickering around him.

The frozen barrier he created cracked slightly under the force of the attack but held firm. freewebnoveℓ.com

The bodyguard stiffened, his frustration evident, but he quickly regained his composure.

He let out a sharp breath and took a step back, relaxing his stance.

"Master Noah, I was simply taking care of some trash before it became a problem for the Vale family."

He said smoothly, his tone regaining its cold professionalism.

Selene, still slightly dazed from the drug, narrowed her eyes.

Noah’s gaze flickered to her.

A trace of irritation flashed in his expression, but it wasn’t directed at her.

"There’s no need to go this far."

Noah’s voice was firm, but not aggressive.

However, the bodyguard didn’t look convinced.

He glanced at Selene again, his lips curling into a sneer.

"Filthy things need to be cleaned off before they become a problem."

Selene clenched her fists.

Even though her body still felt weak, her anger burned through the haze.

She had seen people like him all her life.

Men who thought they were above others.

Men who thought she was nothing.

Noah must have sensed the tension because he stepped forward, blocking the bodyguard’s view of her.

His eyes were colder than his ice.

"That’s enough."

There was a quiet, deadly weight in his voice.

The bodyguard’s sneer faltered.

Noah might have been considered the ’lesser’ Vale sibling, but right now, he looked every bit like someone who carried the Vale bloodline.

The bodyguard hesitated, but then bowed slightly.

"Of course, Master Noah."

His voice was calm, but his eyes were filled with undisguised contempt.

Noah didn’t react.

Instead, he turned slightly toward Selene and spoke quietly.

"Are you alright?"

Selene took a breath.

The dizziness was still there, but it was fading.

She nodded.

"I’m fine."

Noah’s jaw tightened.

He didn’t believe her.

But he didn’t press. Instead, he turned back to the bodyguard.

"Leave."

The bodyguard didn’t move.

"Now."

The temperature in the room dropped.

Even though Noah’s expression remained composed, the pressure of his magic grew.

The bodyguard finally stepped back.

"As you wish."

He turned and walked away, but not before casting one last glance at Selene.

It wasn’t a look of defeat.

It was a look that said, ’This isn’t over.’

As soon as he was gone, Selene exhaled slowly.

Noah didn’t speak for a moment.

Then, he finally sighed and turned toward her.

"Why is it that trouble always finds you?"

Selene let out a small chuckle.

"I don’t actively go looking for it. Don’t talk as if this is all my fault."

Noah shook his head, but there was a hint of amusement in his eyes.

For the first time, Selene realized something.

Noah wasn’t like the rest of his family.

And maybe—

Just maybe—

She could trust him.