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.

face began to contort with barely concealed rage, his knuckles whitening as he gripped his wine glass. Yet he restrained himself and simply said with 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

file from the coffee table

took the file and glanced through it. His complex gaze finally settled on a photo of a man in a police uniform. After a long pause, he spoke in a hoarse

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

leisurely. “A young man already holding the position of a detective squad leader, distinguished

hard to manage her astonished expression. “Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a worthy adversary.” Hans tore the man’s photo from

Hans, you’re taking the

not going to hurt that

Chapter 771

“I’m an assassin, but I

understand,” Avery replied, his smile unaffected.

more to say and turned to leave.

“One moment.”

assistant, to avoid any unforeseen

protested, “Mr. Chambers, I’m only average in combat, I’ll just hold Hans back.”

hands is always more secure.”

at her with an amused gaze. “Elsie, you’ve never refused a task I’ve given you.”

no way out, Elsie reluctantly agreed.

silent Harvey approached Avery

the human psyche

a formidable opponent, it’s hard to

rested his head on his hand, his voice laced with lethargy. “I’m eager to see a real–life version of the legendary

and the son of the Ashbourne family, who supposedly died in a plane crash, they look almost identical. Could they be the same person?”

they are the same person or not, it only makes

at the hands of his own

and a cop to boot. Getting rid of him would indeed solve

hesitated before speaking. “But this time, you’re sending Ms. Archer with him. Do you still doubt her? Are you testing

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

engagement, Hamilton had slept well, eaten well, and had

a week’s work, prepared gifts

way, Evadne received a call from her eldest

her voice sweet and cheery.

happy, any good

was warm and gentle. “Are you and Thaddeus exchanging vows?”

Exchanging vows?

gazed at Thaddeus‘

his hand securely around her

ready every day. If Evadne is

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

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