Chapter 712

“It wasn’t me, Mr. Chambers, it wasn’t me.”

Elsie struggled to articulate each word, her gaze still held that teetering glint of injustice and innocence.

No one knew better than her what fate awaited those who betrayed Avery. She didn’t want to die – not because she feared death, but because she couldn’t bear to go out with such a whisper, unnoticed and unvalued.

So, she vehemently pleaded her case, “Mr. Chambers, what do I gain from betraying you? Only Harvey and I knew about this. Any move I make would be quickly noticed by you. Am I that foolish to court death? Besides, I’m here at the Velvet Haven from dawn till dusk. Surrounded by your watchful eyes, every single move I make is under your surveillance; I have no chance to even make contact with Ms. Ashbourne and Mr. Abernathy. Where’s the betrayal in that?”

Her words slowly ebbed the malice from Avery’s eyes, hitting the nail on the head.

Seizing the moment, Elsie hurriedly pressed on, “Mr. Chambers, my wretched life is in your hands. Without you, I’m nothing. I’ve plotted against Thaddeus before. If they ever take you down, and the nest is overturned; how could they possibly spare me?!”

Avery’s gaze darkened with suspicion, but he slowly released his grip on her.

Just then, Harvey burst in, frantic, “Mr. Chambers! There’s a trouble!”

Avery irritably pulled his tie, “What now?”

“Elvis is here!”

Elsie felt as if her veins would explode, her body trembling uncontrollably. She remembered those bright and lively eyes, her throat parching as if that ruthless hand was choking her once more, leaving her nearly breathless.

“What? Elvis?” Avery ground his teeth, his voice dark, “Is he alone?”

“Yeah, solo!”

Harvey spat with venom, “The punk just waltzed into our territory alone. Definitely up to no good. Mr. Chambers, shall we teach him a lesson?”

with your parlor

with his slender finger, “If he dared to step into the Velvet Haven, it means he’s

a sheen of sweat on her forehead.

the opportunity arises, make sure

“If, as you say, your heart

in the Velvet Haven’s most luxurious private room. His muscular arms, hidden beneath a black trench coat, rested casually along the back of the sofa, his gaze half–indifferent, half–lazy, radiating an aura that kept

fine

I

and doesn’t enjoy a drink? You’d miss out on so

into booze; I’m

his mouth, a half–smile playing on his lips, “I want the prettiest girl you’ve

her presence carrying a subtle fragrance. Their

just my type. I’m satisfied.” Elvis‘ gaze lingered on her tense face, a careless smile on his lips,

manager discreetly left, closing the door softly

Under countless watching eyes, she could only offer a professional smile, trying to be as

moment, on the other side of the surveillance, Avery sat watching through the

in that room was picked up

to see you here.”

arched as he smoothly lied, “Been missing you since our last encounter.

Mr. Waverley here

a cover, yet her heart couldn’t help but flutter at his “missing

players, they matched each other move for move,

our souls were destined to

eyes narrowed playfully, exuding casual charm, “Come on, don’t be

Elvis patted

abruptly,

picked up her iris–colored dress and stepped toward

his embrace, her soft curves pressing firmly against his solid

armrest, the expensive leather creased

breathed heavily, his voice tender, “Are

her cheeks flushed like blooming peach

hung in the air. How could

body trembled in his arms,

touch was enough to paint a blush on the delicate canvas of her skin, “That smile on your face when

lips together, silent.

her supple body in half. He gazed down, his eyes

man could resist the impulse to stir the waters of desire upon

not to flirt or encourage, but

from him. It wasn’t

too good, too exceptional. Every time she got close, she was overwhelmed by feelings of inadequacy and inferiority that threatened to consume her. It made her feel dirtier, lower, more

place. Too many eyes watching,

grazed her ear, now a

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