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?”
top–tier agent with your
step into the Velvet Haven, it means he’s capable of leaving here in one piece. Elsie, go change. Meet with
raced, a sheen
him, bait him, and when the opportunity arises, make sure he dies by your hand.”
whispering in her ear, “If, as you say, your heart has always been with me, then don’t make me
black trench coat, rested casually along the back of the sofa, his gaze half–indifferent, half–lazy,
of fine liquor, but before
here, and I don’t drink and
miss out on so much fun. We’ll
not into booze; I’m
gleamed mischievously as he flicked a cigarette into his mouth, a half–smile playing on his lips, “I want the prettiest girl you’ve got to
open, and Elsie’s delicate form entered, her presence carrying a subtle fragrance. Their eyes met, and for a moment, someone’s heart
my type. I’m satisfied.” Elvis‘ gaze lingered on her tense face, a careless smile on his lips,
discreetly left, closing the door softly behind
Under countless watching eyes, she could only offer a professional smile, trying to be as seductive as
the other side of the surveillance, Avery sat watching through the screens in the
was picked up by the
to see
lied, “Been missing you since our last encounter. Been wondering when we’d meet again. And here we
Waverley here either,” Elsie said,
a cover, yet her heart couldn’t help but flutter at his
seasoned players, they matched each other move for move, and not even
were destined
eyes narrowed playfully, exuding casual charm, “Come
Elvis patted
sofa, leaned forward abruptly, a cold light flickering in his
her iris–colored dress and stepped toward Elvis.
arm, pulling her down into his embrace, her soft curves
armrest, the expensive leather creased under
his voice tender, “Are you scared?”
cheeks flushed like blooming
air. How could she not be
trembled in his
was enough to paint a blush on the delicate canvas of her
pressed her lips together,
tightened around her, as if he intended to fold her supple body in half. He gazed down, his eyes tracing the tantalizing shadow of cleavage beneath
impulse to stir the
to flirt or encourage, but to maintain was being pretentious or affected.
him. It wasn’t that she
this man was too good, too exceptional. Every time she got close, she was overwhelmed by feelings of
the place. Too many eyes watching, can’t do what I want.”
cool lips grazed her ear, now a
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