Edgar was severely injured. He was now locked up in a place he didn't recognize.Ever since arriving in Dudore, he had been cautious as he was aware of the dangers this job entailed. But despite his precautions, he had still fallen into someone's trap.He had no idea what was happening at the research institute. With the exam approaching, the old geezers there could do as they pleased during his absence.He wondered how Quinn was doing. She must have found out about his disappearance by now. Would she think he was incompetent?Just as he was lost in thought, Quinn appeared, scaling the wall and moving against the light.At that moment, she looked stunning beyond words."Ms. Quinn…" Edgar felt a wave of guilt. He hadn't expected to need Quinn to rescue him.When Quinn wanted to find someone, she would. Although it took some time, she managed to locate him.She had fought her way in, leaving anyone who tried to stop her half-dead.The moment she saw the extent of Edgar's injurie
"Well then, let me show you what death really looks like." Quinn drew the guns from her holsters, one in each hand. Her eyes turned cold and deadly."Get her! We can't let her escape, or else we won't be able to answer for it."This was indeed a power struggle among the elites, but it was the people on the ground who suffered the most.Since both sides were armed, the shootout commenced immediately.Even though Quinn was alone, her combat skills were astounding. She forced them back step by step, and they had no chance to retaliate.Eventually, she planted her foot on the face of the leader."Tell me! Who ordered you to kidnap Edgar?" She couldn't forgive anyone who harmed him like this.However, the leader, Maddox Holloway, refused to speak. Even if he did, he knew his boss would not spare him."Not talking, huh?""I don't know anything. Even if you kill me today, I still know nothing," Maddox said.A smile curled up on Quinn's lips, but it sent shivers down his spine."Is
"Ms. Quinn, you have to be careful. These people will do anything for control of the research institute," Edgar warned.This time, those people aimed to replace the founder."Yeah, I know. Don't worry."Dudore was a place where only the strong survived. If one wasn't strong enough, they were destined to be devoured.When Xavier and Nadia got off the plane, they headed straight to the hospital.Seeing both of them there, Edgar felt a bit embarrassed.Nadia's heart grew heavy seeing how badly Edgar was injured. Was Quinn doing something dangerous? She wanted to protect Quinn, but she knew she had no such capability.Quinn didn't expect Xavier to come to the hospital.After briefly checking on Edgar, Xavier pulled her outside."Are you trying to ditch me, Quinn?" There was anger in Xavier's voice.She had probably never intended for them to return together. She was always like this, thinking only about her own feelings.He felt as if he could be discarded at any time, and that
"Okay, just let me know if you need anything," Xavier said.Everyone had their own principles when it came to work. Although Xavier wanted to help Quinn, if she didn't want him to, he wouldn't push it."Shouldn't you have many things to handle at Lightcloud Corporation? You should head back," Quinn urged.He hadn't been there for a while. There had to be a lot waiting for him back at the company.Besides, Darius had been making waves lately.Quinn had heard of Darius. He was nothing but a despicable man, unremarkable but undeniably annoying at times."I'm not going anywhere. My men will handle it. I'm the boss. If I have to deal with everything myself, what's the point of having subordinates?"As a boss, his job was to make decisions. Everything else could be delegated.Right now, Xavier just wanted to enjoy a relationship with Quinn that didn't involve breaking up.Unfortunately, they could never seem to reach a consensus on that. She always had one foot out the door."Do wh
But there was nothing Edgar could do. Quinn had said he wasn't allowed to leave the hospital until he was better.Edgar didn't listen to anyone else, but he had no choice but to heed Quinn's words."Okay, just rest well and don't overthink things," Quinn said.He was still just a 20-year-old young man. It was normal for him to get into some trouble."Okay."After leaving the ward, Quinn needed to go to the restroom, and Nadia went with her. Xavier headed off to wait for them in the car.While washing her hands after using the restroom, Quinn felt someone staring at her. When she turned around, she saw a tall, thin woman.Quinn frowned. She didn't recognize this woman, yet the woman was staring at her intently."Do you know me? Or do you need me for something?" Quinn asked bluntly.Daphne wasn't even sure why she had been following Quinn secretly.If Xavier found out, he would surely be upset, but she couldn't control herself. She had just wanted to sneak a few glances but did
"Were you going to refuse?" Quinn asked.Nadia must have thought about coming over right away as well. Did she really think Quinn wouldn't know?Nadia replied, "Of course not! I love you so much. Of course, I want to see you as soon as possible.""Let's go!"The two of them left together.When they came out, Xavier had already parked the car on the roadside.Quinn opened the back door and let Nadia get in first before climbing into the car herself.Xavier drove off once he confirmed they were both inside.He chose the most famous grilled duck restaurant. Anyone visiting Dudore for the first time had to try the local grilled duck.This restaurant had a history of over a hundred years and had been featured on a TV show. Its rating was a perfect 100%.Xavier reserved the best private room."I know this place. It was on TV! I was drooling over it back then!" Nadia was incredibly excited.As expected of Xavier, he was always reliable and had never let anyone down."Yeah, I've b
When Quinn met Xavier's eyes in the rear-view mirror, he smiled at her.Seeing that, Quinn quickly looked away.Meanwhile, Nadia was too exhausted to speak. She had been on a flight for over two hours, and she hadn't taken an afternoon nap.Since middle school, she had developed the habit of needing a midday rest. No matter what was happening, she always had to nap a little in the afternoon.It wasn't long before she fell asleep on Quinn's shoulder."Where are you two staying? Do you have your own place?" Xavier asked, unsure of Quinn's plans."Yeah, we're living together."Edgar and the others had their own places. And since Nadia was starting her own brand, Quinn chose a spacious apartment in a prime location for them to stay together."You're living together?"Xavier wasn't entirely satisfied with that answer. He still felt it would be more convenient for her to live alone.Though he had his opinions, he didn't voice them since she wouldn't consider them anyway. She only c
Quinn had purchased a fully renovated apartment. It was located on the 20th floor. This was definitely a prime floor, and the price had to be quite high."Quinny, did you dig up some diamonds in the borderlands? How could you be this rich?" Nadia asked.She had just graduated from college and didn't have much money in her account. Yet Quinn seemed to have achieved financial freedom.It felt like Quinn could afford anything she desired."Not really. I just enjoy investing and made a bit of money," Quinn replied casually.Initially, life in the borderlands had been tough for her, but slowly, she found a way to earn. For her, making money had become a relatively easy task.This was how she was able to provide Lisa with the best treatment, as Lisa's nursing home was also the best in the area."I really envy you. You can excel at everything you do." At the same age, Nadia still felt like she was just treading water.Quinn reassured her. "What are you thinking? I think you're doing g