Charles Griffin hurriedly said, “Uncle, during a fight, fists and feet have no eyes. With my strength, it’s simply impossible for me to control my attacks perfectly, so injuring him wasn’t my true intention.”

Interrupted by Charles Griffin, Ryan Bennett simply stopped talking. At this moment, Ethan Bennett said coldly, “Not your true intention? Then why did I hear that you were trying to beat Zhan’er to death? So ruthless and vicious at such a young age—what will you become in the future? If I don’t teach you a lesson today, won’t you cause even more trouble later?”

Ethan Bennett stood up and walked step by step toward Charles Griffin, his powerful cultivation pressing down on Charles Griffin, almost forcing him to the ground.

Charles Griffin remained silent, enduring with difficulty.

He knew that if Ethan Bennett wanted to kill him, it would only take a casual move.

At this moment, a woman’s voice came from outside the door.

“Second Brother, leave him to me. I’ll give you an explanation.”

The pressure on Charles Griffin eased, and he was finally able to catch his breath, though he was still filled with lingering fear.

He knew who was behind him—Sophie Bennett.

Everyone knew how Sophie Bennett had treated Charles Griffin over the years. Falling into her hands would hardly be pleasant.

Thinking of this, Ethan Bennett laughed and said, “Third Sister, go ahead and take him. But fights among the younger generation are just minor matters. Just give him a little guidance.”

With that, he left.

Ryan Bennett, seeing that he had nothing more to do here, also stood up and left with a smile. Before leaving, he leaned in close to Sophie Bennett’s ear and said, “In less than five days, he managed to master the Meteor Fist across levels. Father might appreciate his talent. You decide what to do…”

Sophie Bennett was momentarily stunned. After Ryan Bennett left, she walked up to Charles Griffin.

Charles Griffin had also heard Ryan Bennett’s words. He was looking forward to seeing Sophie Bennett’s shocked expression, but unfortunately, this woman’s face remained as cold as ever.

“Well, defeating Zachary Bennett today still isn’t enough to make her see me differently.”

Charles Griffin was still full of fighting spirit. He said indifferently, “Kill me or punish me as you wish. If you’re not going to kill me, then say so quickly. I don’t have time to waste here.”

Sophie Bennett frowned, her voice icy. “You’ve gained a bit of skill and your tone has gotten tougher. You’re just like that useless person from back then—a flash-in-the-pan genius. I’ve seen plenty of those. Only you and your father would think you’re somebody. Ridiculous!”

A flash of murderous intent appeared in Charles Griffin’s eyes.

He forced himself to hold it back.

“If there’s nothing else, I’ll be leaving now.”

With that, he walked around Sophie Bennett. As he reached the door, Sophie Bennett suddenly said, “A month from now, I’ll be marrying the Bai family’s third son, Samuel White. As for you, I don’t want to see you in Baiyang Town starting tomorrow. Otherwise, don’t blame me for being merciless.”

Hearing this, Charles Griffin wasn’t surprised at all.

But even with his heart tempered by cultivation, he couldn’t help but feel it bleed. There’s no mother and son in the world who should have to face such a situation.

Charles Griffin turned his head, looking at her coldly, and said, “Don’t say I didn’t warn you. On the surface, Samuel White seems like a gentleman, but he’s not a good person. I personally saw him use his strength to abduct several girls under sixteen and sell them to some shady people…”

Revealing this secret he’d kept hidden for so long, Charles Griffin thought she would take it seriously. But to his surprise, Sophie Bennett’s gaze only grew colder. As Charles Griffin spoke, she directly interrupted him, sneering, “Charles Bennett, the fact that you could defeat Zachary Bennett is the only reason I have a bit of respect for you. I thought you might finally abandon your bad habits and turn over a new leaf, and I was happy for you. But I didn’t expect you to disappoint me so much.”

“I know you don’t want me to remarry, but you don’t need to slander Brother White’s character or make up such ridiculous accusations. Brother White and I grew up together. If it weren’t for your father, I would have been with him long ago. I know him ten thousand times better than you do. Do you really think such laughable lies could fool me?”

Charles Griffin was stunned, looking at the woman before him, her face full of disappointment and contempt. He gradually clenched his fists, feeling a rush of blood to his head, a wild beast roaring madly in his heart!

“Is that so? Does your own son’s words mean nothing to you?”

Charles Griffin stared at her, speaking each word slowly and deliberately.

Sophie Bennett was silent for a moment before saying, “Everything you’ve done these years—your lack of learning, bullying men and women—I know it all. I was completely disappointed in you ten years ago. The people of the Long family are all untrustworthy scoundrels. Why should I believe you?”

Charles Griffin felt as if his chest was about to explode. His eyes were bloodshot as he stared at Sophie Bennett. Suddenly, he burst out laughing madly and said, “Sophie Bennett, it’s easy for you to say. As a mother, have you ever taken any responsibility? I grew up with no father or mother, no one to teach me, and that’s why I turned out like this. And now you blame me? You say I was born a scoundrel, an incorrigible wastrel, but let me tell you, though I’ve harmed a few people in my life, I’ve never hurt a good person! But your Samuel White is different…”