The couple were stunned, blurting out at the same time, “Amelia, what did you say?!”
Amelia’s expression was that of determination and resolution after throwing everything away. “Whether it’s going to the police station to give a statement or testifying in court when Charles stands trial, I’m willing to do so. As long as Charles can be punished byw and we can get justice for those girls, I can handle the pressure… No matter how great it is.”
The air seemed to freeze at this moment.
Amelia thought her idea would receive their strong support, but unexpectedly, Be and Justin did not say a word.
“Although Charles did not manage to rape me, he had sexually assaulted me. Besides, my identity will definitely draw attention from society if Ie forward to testify against him. The Iverson Group won’t be able to cover it up. At that time, no matter what, they will need to respond to the girls who have been vited by Charles. No matter how much the Iverson Group tries to protect him, they can’t do it due to the pressure!”
“But have you thought about the terrifying risks behind your actions?”
Be’s brows furrowed deeply, her stern tone more intimidating than a parent''s. “If you reveal yourself as a victim of Charles, it might let people with ulterior motives exploit the situation. They might even twist the facts, and it might go viral! By then, you and Aunt Celeste will be pushed into the limelight. Even if you can withstand the crushing pressure, can she?
“Moreover, your statement would only confirm that Charles attempted rape. He would still be released to harm other girls in a few years! We need to cut off the root cause. James will definitely try to nder you. How will you face it, then? How will Steven help and protect you? Do both of you want to entangle your lives with those two bastards from the Iverson family?”
Thinking of her mother and Steven, Amelia felt her heart twist with pain.
However, what caused her heart to ache more was that those girls had suffered at Charles’ hands.
Amelia was Wyatt’s daughter and had a powerful family supporting her, so she did not have to take matters into her own hands. Those girls were the ones truly experiencing a living hell, unable to do anything.
Be took a deep breath, her calm and rational words carrying a hint of intimidation. “Besides, even if you testify, bringing down Charles won’t be that easy. Your idea might work for people like James, who cares about his reputation.
“But Charles’s reputation is in the drains. He is shameless and has no bottom line! Do you think you will cause him any real harm? As long as the Iverson family still stands, he will forever be a parasite. The uproar you cause will just be forgotten over time.
“As for those girls, your bravery and sacrifice might not sway their thoughts. They might choose to be silent. But that’s understandable. You still have us as your backing, but once they speak out, they have no one to protect them.”
Be''s piercing words were so cold and harsh that even Justin could not help but shudder.
He thought of the times when he confronted Be in the business field but ended up losing to her, embarrassed.
Justin did not intentionally let her win. Be was indeed capable, logical, meticulous, and decisive. Even a few menbined could not match her. He was utterly convinced.
The heartfelt words Be said to Amelia all hit the mark.
Justin had considered a part of it, but he was definitely not as thorough as Be.
"Be... I understand what you mean. But if we don''t gamble once, how could we turn things around?" Amelia asked anxiously.
"I can''t let my sister gamble on everything!"
Be suddenly stood up, her tone stern and irrefutable. "It''s not just me. Justin, Aunt Celeste, and Steven would never let you do that, especially Steven. No man is willing to let the woman he loves be embroiled in turmoil. He was just set up by the Iverson family a few days ago. Do you guys not want any peaceful days? There''s no room for negotiation. If you don''t bring this up, I''ll let you stay for dinner. If not, I''ll ask Ian to send you home now."
"Be!"
"Amelia, your n is indeed too risky. Your sister is afraid you will be hurt."N?velDrama.Org copyrighted ? content.
Justin was worried the two sisters would get into a fight and immediately intervened. "Although her tone was stern, you should understand how much she cares about you."
Amelia stared at Be''s slender but imposing figure with tears in her eyes. Although Be was thin, she felt like an insurmountable mountain was blocking her path.
In the past, Amelia would have given up timidly.
But this time, inexplicable courage surged within her, and she blurted out uncontrobly, "Be, if I am not your sister, will you still stop me?"