Chapter 197
The pain was unbearable. Beau’s left hand hurt so much that he could no longer feel it.
Harvey tightened his grip around the bamboo stick, and his own palm was aching from the force he had exerted. But in front of Leonard, he had to maintain the authority expected of an heir.
“You will treat Xavier as your own brother. Do you understand? I had better not hear of you mistreating him again!
The only response he got was Beau’s heart–wrenching sobs Harvey thought that since he had punished Beau, Leonard should be appeased by now
Just as he was about to look at the iPad, Leonard’s voice came through once more. “His misbehavior was because you failed to teach him manners. Harvey, you will take 30 strikes to the palm.”
Harvey froze. “Me?”
Taking a deep breath, he handed the bamboo stick to one of Leonard’s subordinates without saying much.
With a calm and respectful tone, he said, “Please, Uncle Legnard, administer my punishment.”
Leonard’s voice remained steady and unhurried. “Wait a moment. Your father will be here soon.”
Harvey was baffled by this. The others present were just as stunned. Moments later, a teacher noticed a sharp reflection glinting from the nearby woods, as if someone was holding up a mirror.
As the figure came closer, the teachers and medical staff finally saw the source. It was an impeccably dressed, bald man approaching at a brisk pace.
That man was none other than Zachary, Harvey’s father. Behind him trailed his assistant, along with Harold and several other parents.
Harold had initially set out with a few parents to check on Finnegan, Harvey, and the others, wondering why they hadn’t returned. Along the way, he had stumbled upon Zachary wandering in circles through the forest, looking
lost.
Sensing that something significant was unfolding, Harold’s curiosity got the better of him, and he led the other parents to follow Zachary.
Upon arriving, Zachary took out a handkerchief and wiped his bald head before stepplog in front of the iPad. As the elder brother, he showed Leonard the utmost respect.
“Leonard, I heard about Xavier’s situation on my way here. If my grandson was truly involved, I won’t let that little brat off lightly!”
Beau shuddered again. He had just been punished on his left hand–was his grandfather going to strike his righ hand next?
Leonard’s voice came through the speakers. “Your grandson has already been disciplined by your son. Now, it is time for you to discipline your son.”
As he spoke, one of his subordinates handed the bamboo stick to Zachary, “30 strikes to the palm.”
Harold was so startled that he took a step back, instantly regretting his decision to bring the other parents along to watch. Being punished by his own father in front of so many people… How was Harvey supposed to maintain his dignity after this?
Zachary looked at his son, his lips twitching slightly. Of all people, Harvey just had to provoke Leonard? Clearly,
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this son of his was asking for it.
One of Leonard’s subordinates handed him the bamboo stick again. Zachary took it and stepped in front of Harvey. In all his years, he had never once laid a hand on his son.
But this time, Xavier had been put in danger, and Leonard was furious. Zachary had no intention of straining his relationship with his younger brother over this.
“Put out your hand!” Zachary ordered in a low voice.
Harvey extended his hand with the palm facing upward. He knew Leonard was watching, and though resentment simmered in his chest, he understood he had no choice but to accept the punishment.
No one could defy Leonard’s will. In the Fisher household, even Leonard’s own father had to give way to this once- in–a–lifetime genius.
Zachary struck down with full force, ensuring Leonard saw that he wasn’t holding back. The bamboo switch landed heavily on Harvey’s palm, and the sharp sound echoed through the air.
Each strike made Beau flinch violently. Watching his father get punished was even more terrifying than receiving his own punishment.
Tears streamed down Beau’s face as he sobbed uncontrollably. His left hand was already swollen and red. Now, seeing Harvey being lashed by his grandfather, Beau broke down completely.
Yet Harvey remained silent, his face void of expression. The entire crowd watched as he endured the punishment from his own father.
Meanwhile, Niamh finally climbed up from the slope while groaning in pain. The moment she saw Harvey being caned especially by Zachary her eyes widened in fear.
Harvey’s palm was raw and bright red, small beads of blood seeping out where the bamboo had cut into his skin. With each strike, tiny droplets of blood splattered into the air.
Beau’s eyes were round with shock. The sight was leaving a deep impact on his young mind.
“Mr. Fisher Senior! Why are you hitting Harvey? Stop it!” Niamh cried out in a panic.
One of Leonard’s subordinates turned to her and said, “Ms. Niamh, I understand that you’re anxious, but don’t worry. Your father is already on his way.”
