Chapter 697

Ernesto broke down in despair, tears streaming down his cheeks as he clenched his fists tightly, glaring at Chenelle with hatred.

"I'll fight you to the end!"

His expression was one of sheer determination as if he was ready to drag Chenelle down with him.

This frightened Chenelle so much that she screamed and backed away several steps.

Jade quickly grabbed hold of him and whispered, "Ernesto, don't be rash."

"But my mother has been locked up by them for more than 12 hours already! Her health is fragile—she hasn't had anything to eat or drink. I’m afraid she might suddenly get sick."

As Ernesto spoke, tears fell from his eyes. His mother was everything to him—they relied on each other for survival, and he feared the worst for her.

Jade understood his emotions, but now was not the time for him to act recklessly. If Chenelle accused him of deliberate provocation, he could end up being detained.

"Wait a little longer," Jade said softly, looking at Ernesto with determined eyes. "Tru