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.

a light chuckle, “Hans, the fact that we’re meeting tonight means Sir approves of my 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

picked up a file from the coffee table and handed it

took the file and glanced through it. His complex gaze finally settled on a photo of a man in a police uniform. After a

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

holding the position of a detective squad

hope he’ll prove to be a worthy adversary.” Hans tore the man’s photo from

you’re taking the

not going to hurt

Chapter 771

“I’m an assassin, but I don’t

replied, his smile

to say and turned to leave.

“One moment.”

you an assistant, to avoid any

and she immediately protested, “Mr. Chambers, I’m only average in combat, I’ll just

of hands is always more secure.”

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

way out, Elsie reluctantly agreed.

the always silent

your grasp of the human psyche

indeed a well–bred dog of Sir. Without a formidable opponent,

hand, his voice laced with lethargy. “I’m eager to see a real–life version

in

or not, it only makes my game more

of his own ‘brother‘ would indeed

Aaron, interfering with our plans time and again, and a cop to boot. Getting rid of him would

this time, you’re sending Ms. Archer with him. Do you still doubt

his gold–rimmed glasses, Avery’s eyes half–closed darkly.

had slept well, eaten well, and had a good reason to have his granddaughter stay with him in Havenbrook for a while.

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

way, Evadne received a call from her eldest brother,

speakerphone, her voice

happy, any good news?”

gentle. “Are you and Thaddeus exchanging vows?”

Exchanging vows?

eyes gazed at Thaddeus‘ handsome

securely around

If Evadne

softly past her flushed ear, stirring Evadne’s breath and causing her heart

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