Atlas sensed my discomfort and explained, "We can't confirm anything right now. We're still getting the details from the airport.""Why did they say she's no longer within the borders of Jitador?" I questioned Atlas, feeling lost at this piece of news."That was Jared's speculation. After he arrived, we initiated a comprehensive investigation involving the Attwood and Huffman families, and our people. During that time, the hotel surveillance malfunctioned. This is definitely not a coincidence."Atlas slowly walked toward the floor-to-ceiling window in the study, gazing at the darkening sky outside. He continued, "But before the malfunction, the surveillance showed that Trinity was in her room the entire time. No unfamiliar faces entered her floor at night. The surveillance glitch started around midnight, and at 1:45 AM, she even had her bodyguard, Erik, bring her late-night snacks."My mind was trying to process what Atlas was saying."When did they discover she was missing?" I as
As I watched Atlas’s car leave the driveway, I couldn't help but feel worried.I had to admit that deep down, I didn't want Atlas to get too involved with the Huffman family, at least not in a business sense.But it seemed like the situation was unfolding in the opposite direction.I just wanted to get rid of this entanglement with Liora quickly, complete the model project in Bourdamun, and bring back my biological father who was still suffering somewhere. Those were my plans.But fate often has its own plans. I suddenly found myself increasingly intertwined with the Huffman family.In the living room, the two girls, Ava and Jenny, were busy unpacking the things we had bought. Arnold was with them, playing and having a great time.Rose and my mom chatted and smiled while watching them.I noticed that those two had gotten closer.When I came down, Rose called me over. My mom asked, "When’s the trial for Matthew's case?"I casually replied, "Monday.""That's just three days a
Johnson's words caught my attention.Bourdamun?I had almost forgotten about that. I saw Liora at the groundbreaking ceremony in Bourdamun.She had also brought a group of executives from Ardora to Bourdamun with her."Hey, Chlo, are you still there?" Johnson checked."Oh, I'm here. Try to find out where she is and see what she's up to," I told Johnson."I've already looked around, but I couldn't find anything. Those people know I'm Matthew's trusted confidant, so they avoid me like the plague. I'm trying to figure something out from the outside." I could well imagine Johnson's current predicament."Don't do anything rash. I'll figure it out. You just go to work and keep an eye on the company." I gave my instructions to Johnson and hung up the phone.Right now, Liora's absence from the company seemed unusual.I gripped the phone and thought for a moment. I felt ill at ease since Grayson was not in the country. If he were around, he would be able to deal with this kind of thi
Atlas contemplated, then looked at me. "It's cruel. There might be people investigating, and someone may move on her. They may seize the opportunity to dispose of the heiress and establish a new faction."His words made my heart leap into my throat."Don't worry, Jared is still there.""But currently, he can't find Trinity either, right?" I looked at Atlas and countered, "And Trinity is alone.""Although we haven't found her yet, his people are not to be trifled with. As soon as there's a hint of movement, it's equivalent to finding her. If Trinity is in danger, Jared will take action, or Trinity herself will act, and that will change the outcome. You can rest assured." Atlas let go of me, took off his coat, and said, "I'll shower. It's too hot!"The phone rang just as he was about to go to the bathroom.He paused, took out his phone to check, and quickly answered it. After listening for a while, he only said, "I got it!"He hung up the phone and said, "I'll go shower. Wait fo
I nestled back into Atlas's embrace, muttering, "If that's the case, finding the mastermind behind all this should be easy.""How so?" Atlas lowered his gaze affectionately, bending down to kiss me.I responded willingly, then said, "Not many people know about the snake tattoo."He laughed, pulling me into his arms and patting my back. "When you play stupid games, you win stupid prizes."Atlas knew my thoughts and who I suspected."Before you came back, I called Johnson. He mentioned that Liora hasn't been to the company much lately. It seems she's still shaken up after the incident in Bourdamun," I informed Atlas, patting his chest."Sleep now. I'll make her even more shocked," Atlas said, teasingly asking, "Can you sleep?"I quickly snuggled into his embrace, saying, "I'm already asleep."He immediately flipped over, pinning me beneath him. "But I'm not tired at all."I burst into laughter, and he wasted no time making his move.…Shortly after I entered my office the next
Lauren's reaction was lightning-fast, pressing her ear against my phone.I was at a loss for words.Liora's voice rang out from the phone, seemingly carefree. She continued in a cryptic tone, "Surprised, huh? Well, it's not every day I call someone like you.""Indeed! Considering I don't have much rapport with you, Ms. Liora, your call must have ulterior motives. So, spill it. What's the game plan?" I scoffed, dripping with sarcasm."Haha... How about we meet?" She suggested, taking me off guard once again. This was truly bewildering. What kind of scheme was she cooking up?"Meet? There's got to be a reason for that," I casually remarked, and Lauren gave me a thumbs up."Some things are better to be discussed face-to-face," Liora confidently asserted."I don't think it's necessary to talk with you. Is your bag of tricks running dry? It can't be, right?" I responded disdainfully."Chloe, what about Ardora? Don't you have anything to say?" "I'm not interested." I declared firml
It had been a while since I visited the Vanderberg Palace, and its serene atmosphere still captivated me.Of course, beneath the facade of tranquility and elegance, I was well aware that each room held its fair share of hidden intrigues.As we entered, the receptionist greeted us with a smile. "Ms. Chloe, Ms. Lauren, long time no see!"I smiled back, asking, "Is Bella around?""She is. However, Mrs. Liora is waiting for you in the Diamond Hall on the second floor." The receptionist smiled and said, "She said that once you arrive, you can head upstairs."Lauren and I exchanged glances. She gestured for me to proceed, saying, "You go upstairs. I'll see Bella. We'll have lunch together later.""Alright." I nodded and headed upstairs.Having been here countless times, I navigated the familiar paths easily. When I reached the door of the Diamond Hall, I was about to knock when I heard a voice from inside say, "Come in. There's no need to knock."I raised an eyebrow and pushed the do
My question seemed to enrage her. She glared at me, her face flushed."Chloe, I invited you here today with sincerity. Never mind where my confidence comes from. I want to discuss Ardora with you because there's some connection between Ardora and you."I took a sip of water, signaling her to continue.Seeing my silent approval, she relaxed."After all, it was your ex-husband's. I understand the bond between husband and wife. He’s also your child's father! Moreover, isn't it a convenient way to settle the score if you take over Ardora?" As she spoke, a trace of disdain involuntarily appeared on her face."It’s not easy being a woman from out of town struggling in a city like this, especially if you have a child. Opportunities like this aren't always readily available. Expand your influence while you can. After this opportunity passes, you may not get another one."Her words sounded a bit like tough love, all for my sake. But, at the same time, it hinted that I climbed up the lad