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.

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 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

from the coffee table and handed it to Hans.

of a man in a

“He’s a cop?”

“Yes.”

already holding the position of a detective

pinched her arm hard to manage her astonished expression. “Hm. I hope he’ll prove to be a worthy adversary.” Hans tore

taking

not going to hurt

Chapter 771

assassin, but

replied, his smile

to say and turned to

“One moment.”

you an assistant, to avoid any unforeseen complications.

“Mr. Chambers, I’m only

of hands is always

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

way out, Elsie reluctantly agreed.

the always silent Harvey approached

of the human psyche is truly

Without a formidable opponent, it’s hard to keep him

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

of the Ashbourne family, who supposedly died in a

same person or not, it only makes my game more

chuckled. “To die at the hands of his own ‘brother‘ would indeed be a fitting end.”

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

Archer with him. Do

gold–rimmed glasses, Avery’s eyes

the Bartleys broke off the engagement, Hamilton had slept well, eaten well, and had a good reason to have his granddaughter stay with him in Havenbrook for a

work, prepared gifts and set out in high spirits to visit

the way, Evadne received a call

speakerphone, her voice sweet

happy, any

gentle. “Are

Exchanging vows?

at

man beside her, his hand securely around

ready every day. If Evadne is willing, remarriage, anytime.”

brushed softly past her flushed ear, stirring Evadne’s

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