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?”

agent with your parlor

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

Elsie’s heart raced, a sheen of

arises, make sure he

as you say, your heart has always been with me, then

most luxurious private room. His muscular arms, hidden beneath a black trench coat, rested casually along the back of the sofa, his

with a smile, carrying a selection of fine liquor,

I don’t drink and

to the Velvet Haven and doesn’t enjoy a drink? You’d miss

not into booze; I’m into beauty.”

a half–smile playing on his lips, “I want

finished, the door swung open, and Elsie’s delicate form entered, her presence carrying a subtle fragrance. Their eyes met, and for a

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

left, closing the door

a professional smile, trying to be as seductive as possible. But

sat watching through the screens in the control room, monitoring their every move.

picked

Archer, didn’t expect to see you here.”

lied, “Been missing you since our last encounter. Been wondering when we’d meet again. And here

never thought I’d see Mr. Waverley here either,” Elsie said, her

cover, yet her heart couldn’t help but flutter

other move for move, and not even Avery could spot a

it seems our souls were destined to meet across a thousand

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

forward, Elvis patted

sitting on the sofa, leaned forward abruptly, a cold

as she picked up her

pulling her down into his embrace, her soft curves

on the armrest, the expensive leather creased

his voice tender, “Are you

like blooming peach

in the air. How could she not be scared?

body trembled in his arms,

breath a warm caress against the nape of her neck. The slight touch was enough to paint a blush on the delicate canvas

lips together,

he intended to fold her supple body in half. He gazed down, his eyes tracing the tantalizing shadow of cleavage beneath her plunging

to stir the waters of desire upon such a sight?

not to flirt or encourage,

him. It wasn’t

good, too exceptional. Every time she got close, she was overwhelmed by feelings of inadequacy and

place. Too many eyes watching, can’t

grazed her ear, now a crimson

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