Chapter 771

That night, The Velvet Haven was abuzz with whispers and shadowy movements.

Elsie guided Hans through the dimly lit, opulent corridors of the establishment. The man trailing behind her was as silent and foreboding as a bat in the night, sending shivers up her spine

In a highly discreet room, Avery had been waiting for some time.

“Hans, I didn’t expect to see you again so soon,” Avery said, his smile spreading across his face as he handed Hans a glass of fine red wine. “You must be weary from your journey. I’ve prepared this top–shelf vintage especially for you.”

Hans‘ features were stern, and he deflected the wine glass without blinking, showing no courtesy to the man who represented Sir in Elmsworth,

“Ms. Archer briefed me on the way here.”

Seeing Hans‘ refusal to drink, Avery took a sip himself, demonstrating his flexibility. “Is that so? Then I suppose I can skip the formalities.”

“Avery, why do you persist in troubling a young lady? Do you think I have nothing better to do?” Hans‘ gaze was dark and intense.

“Have you developed a soft spot for the fairer sex?” Avery teased, swirling the wine in his glass with elegant fingers. “It seems you’re not as cold–hearted as I thought, still capable of human sentiment.”

“I simply find it beneath me. The tasks you set for me are degrading.” Hans replied sharply, his words laced with an edge. “Sir appointed you to oversee Elmsworth, and all you can do to fend off enemies is.to kidnap their wives and children and seek outside help? This establishment of yours, The Velvet Haven, it’s time it goes under.”

Elsie’s eyelashes fluttered with a strange sense of satisfaction.

Inside The Velvet Haven, no one dared to speak to Mr. Chambers with such insolence.

But Hans didn’t care. He was Sir’s man and only followed Sir’s orders.

plan. You just need to cooperate. And I didn’t say my target this time is that young girl; she’s just a decoy. I know the previous tasks were too simple, lacking challenge, and I apologize for underutilizing someone of your talents, Hans. This time, I’ve found you a new target that I guarantee will not

picked up a file from the

through it. His complex gaze finally settled on a photo of a man in a police uniform. After a long pause, he spoke

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

man already holding the

“Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a

Hans, you’re taking the

to

Chapter 771

resolute. “I’m an assassin, but

Avery replied, his smile unaffected.

more to say and turned to

“One moment.”

mission, I’m assigning you an assistant, to avoid any unforeseen

“Mr. Chambers, I’m only average in combat,

hands is always

gaze. “Elsie, you’ve never refused a task

way out, Elsie reluctantly

left, the always silent Harvey approached Avery and whispered,

Chambers, your grasp of the human

opponent, it’s hard to keep him focused on working for

laced with lethargy.

who supposedly died in a plane crash, they look almost identical. Could

they are the same person or not, it only makes my game

die at the hands of his own ‘brother‘ would

cop to boot. Getting rid of him would indeed solve a lot of problems.”

this time, you’re sending Ms. Archer with him. Do you still doubt her? Are you testing her?”

Avery’s eyes

since the Bartleys broke off the engagement, Hamilton had slept well, eaten well, and had a good reason to have

happy after a week’s work, prepared gifts and set out in high spirits to visit grandfather.

received a call

her voice sweet and cheery.

sound happy, any good news?”

“Are

Exchanging vows?

gazed at Thaddeus‘

her, his hand securely around her slender

every day. If Evadne is willing, remarriage,

flushed ear, stirring Evadne’s breath and causing

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