Chapter 1284

The Hamertons sent a box of cash in pounds.

Lina had an idea to pretend to be an attendant, deliver food, and confront Albert, but Zuko rejected it.

Suddenly, a deep voice interrupted them. "You don't have to do it. I will."

"Lena? You—"

"I was too slow to save Madam Baker in the banquet hall." Lena looked at Lina and lowered her cap. "Don't worry. I'll be smarter this time."

"No!" Lina grabbed her. "I can't let you take the risk. I brought you to the event. I must ensure you're safe!"

However, Lena pushed her into Zuko's embrace and left, saying, "Take care of her."

"Lena!"

Lena went downstairs without looking back. Lina panicked, but Zuko calmed her down. "Perhaps Lena has her own plan."

"That's not acceptable!" Lina retorted.

"Lina, she can handle herself well. Also, Albert hasn't met her, making her the best candidate to be the attendant in disguise," Zuko explained.

"But—"

Zuko reassured her. "Don't worry. She's smart. She knows what to do and what not to do. If she th