The Enigmatic Return (Nancy’s And Roxanne )

Chapter 1438

Phoebe couldn’t accept this explanation and immediately, with a stern face, corrected him.

Phoebe found his explanation unacceptable and immediately corrected him with a stern expression. “My cousin doesn’t like that woman at all. The only reason they interact is due to arranged marriage between the Gordon and Cox families. Otherwise, he wouldn’t even spare her a glance. She’s just a woman who has given birth to three children. What’s there to like about her? Stop spouting nonsense here!”

After hearing her words, Howard couldn’t resist a chuckle, his gaze playful as he fixed it on her. “Hey, are you still defending Avery even now? Haven’t you forgotten that he personally ousted you from the Gordon family? Or could it be that you’re still hung up on him?”

Phoebe’s face twitched slightly, her expression complex.

Observing her reaction, Howard clicked his tongue twice. “I never expected this. You hold a grudge against this woman, but not against your cousin who banished you from home. Avery was ruthless to you, disregarding familial ties, yet you still defend him. Do you really believe that by ruining this woman, Avery will start to have feelings for you?”

He continued, “Listen, I advise you to stop being naive. Have you ever considered that if Avery found out about what you’re doing now, could he still forgive you? The reality is harsh, but it’s the truth. You’ll never be able to stand on the same side as him. Instead of dwelling on this, why not close your heart to love and devote yourself to the Bartitsu Guild? You did an excellent job this time by informing the guild about this secret passage. It’s clear that they highly appreciate your help. Once this matter is settled, they will surely treat you fairly. When you rise again, strong enough to stand on your own, what kind of man won’t you be able to get?”

At this point, he narrowed his eyes, casually making a proposal. “If it really comes down to it, it wouldn’t be the end of the world if you got with me instead. Compared to Avery, I’m not any less, right? You’re quite attractive yourself, and I’d say we’re a good match. If we support each other from here on out, there will come a day when we’ll rise above the rest-in Bartitsu Guild.”

Upon hearing this, Phoebe felt nauseated deep inside and responded with a cold, sarcastic laugh. “Howard, where did you get your confidence? Comparing yourself to Avery, aren’t you just asking for humiliation?”

The grin on Howard’s face turned into a sudden freeze, his eyes squinted but emanating a clear warning. “Phoebe, I’m showing you respect here; don’t test your luck!”

Phoebe didn’t want to engage in unnecessary conversation, urging impatiently, “Fine, spare me the talk. Heart-to- heart discussions aren’t really our style. Time is ticking away. If we don’t act quickly, they might wake up. I’m taking Neera with me. As for the other two, do what you will. If you’re not interested, just leave them. They’re useless anyway; having them in our hands won’t make a difference.”

Howard cast a casual glance at the individuals on the ground and chuckled nonchalantly. “Just let those two be. Someone will undoubtedly inform the Gordon family. Let them savor a bit of heartbreak from the Gordon clan.”

Once he finished speaking, he subtly signaled his subordinates to move forward and transport Neera.

Unexpectedly, as someone reached out to touch the still-unconscious Neera, she suddenly seized the person’s hand and bit down forcefully.

“Argh!”

fainted, caught completely off guard when she suddenly bit him, and he cried out in

Howard snapped to attention and delivered a fierce kick to

to convulse in agony. The force of the kick lifted her body off the ground, only to crash down heavily.

pain was so overwhelming that stars danced before her

who was expected to be

to stay alert, his body staggered. With sheer determination, he reached for Howard’s leg, using every ounce of strength to pull

under the influence of the stupefying drug, his efforts proved futile

clung on, refusing

produced a fruit knife and forcefully slashed at Howard’s

conscious, Howard was caught off guard as the knife struck him, and his pants were immediately soaked with

through gritted teeth, his immediate reaction being to grab Zephyr and unleash his frustration with

from the floor, he headbutted Howard, sending him stumbling several

Zephyr then crawled toward Neera, all the while uttering from his mouth, “Ms. Garcia…”

figure advancing behind Zephyr. Her expression transformed into one of

to scream, but her voice faded

fueled by the desire to protect Neera, struggled against his current

a cold laugh. “Overestimating your abilities!”

onlookers standing there in bewilderment, issuing a reminder, “What are you all standing around for? Hurry up and get this w*nch into the car. If anything goes wrong, you’ll be the ones to

snapped them out of their daze.

promptly, rushing over to Neera. They lifted her from the ground and