Mistaking the CEO for a Gigolo

Chapter 1824 Oath

Davin glared at him in shock and dismay, unsure whether the latter’s position on the matter was sincere or feigned.

That was until he caught Levant casting him a look. He then understood that it was all part of Levant’s ruse.

“Run along elsewhere if you aren’t interested in the treasure. Personally, I do think this to be one heck of a deal!”

After a brief pause, Davin raised a castigating finger at him. “Treacherous scoundrel!” Then he stormed off in a huff.

Shermaine was still quite pleased even though she could only persuade Levant. Davin, who was unable to beat her at rhetoric, posed less of a problem to her. Conversely, it was Levant who had a tendency to be effectively disruptive during the most pivotal moments.

For instance, it would have been difficult for Davin to justify his sticking around had he not spoken up for him.

“I am amendable to dealing, Ms. Shermaine. May I ask though, would finding the treasure really make me invincible?”

“Of course it will! Within it lies many wonders and ancient techniques. Once in possession of it, omnipotence will be well within your reach!”

why

protect the treasure, the consequence of contravening my

oath. He was not to interfere

assured that I’d do

“Swear upon it!”

absolute sincerity, surely? Heavens above, let me make this confession before I proceed. I’m just doing this out of circumstances for the purpose of… pursuing a good cause in helping a devoted couple weather a

his silent prayer, Levant went on and made an oath, and his utterances did much to set Shermaine’s

learned the

is reliable. Otherwise… you’ll

caught Shermaine

death? Hah. With only three months left to live, why would I care

of the treasure. This was because once Levant found his way there, the other Guardians would be

all three of them. That meant that she would have one major problem sorted out regardless of whether he ended up being hunted or killed by

was even willing to sacrifice her own life, so why

I lie to you, may I die a horrible death and wind up as swine or cur, or some beast