Mable glanced at Rahman. "I have a plan."Rahman shrugged, gesturing toward the basement. "And what about Jeremiah? Will he tell you what you asked earlier?""I'll have someone keep an eye on him."Mable clenched Eugenie’s purse tightly; her gaze was icy. "He'll talk.""Alright." Rahman ran a hand through his hair. He stood by her side no matter what Mable did.Mable returned to Royal View Villa. Heading upstairs, she made a detour to Lemon's room.It was already late, and the kids would usually be asleep by now.Mable gently pushed the door open and saw Nicki and Spike sitting on either side of the bed, telling Little Lemon a bedtime story and coaxing her to sleep."The big bad wolf caught Little Red Riding Hood and wanted to eat her, but Little Red Riding Hood was clever. She told the big bad wolf that her house had many little lambs, and she was willing to take him there. The big bad wolf, greedy and arrogant, believed Little Red Riding Hood and followed her.""And what hap
Eugenie received a call from Mable early in the morning."Eugenie, you left something in the basement. Do you have time to come and pick it up today?" Mable asked over the phone.Eugenie immediately responded, "I have time. I'll come over in a bit."After hanging up, Eugenie hailed a cab and headed straight to Royal View Villa.Upon arrival, Eugenie did not go in but instead told the security guard at the gate that she was there to retrieve something from Mable, hoping that Mable could bring it out for her.She was just too afraid to see Jeremiah again.Shortly after, the guard came out and said, "Ms. Eugenie, our madam invites you in."Eugenie felt a bit awkward. "I'm in a hurry; I won't go in. Could you ask Mable to bring my stuff out for you to give to me?"The guard went inside and relayed the message to Mable. Soon enough, Mable came out of the house.Eugenie smiled when she saw Mable and said, "Mable, I'm here to pick up my things."Mable took Eugenie's hand. "Come insi
Mable did not respond to Eugenie's words but asked her, "What do you think?"Eugenie looked at Mable, her eyes clouded with mist, her voice hoarse as she spoke, "An eye for an eye, it's only fair!"However, why did her heart ache so much? It had been so many years. Why did she still care about his life and death? He had long ceased to matter to her.Eugenie lowered her head, tears flowing uncontrollably.Mable handed her a tissue.Eugenie gripped Mable's hand. "Mable, could you—"She wanted to tell Mable that Blair was not dead, that he was still alive, and to spare Jeremiah's life. However, the words caught in Eugenie's throat. She had no right to ask Mable to spare Jeremiah. Even if Blair was not dead, the pain and harm he had caused them could not be ignored.Seeing Eugenie hesitate, Mable asked, "Could I what?"Eugenie looked depressed. "Nothing."Mable looked at Eugenie indifferently. "You're right, an eye for an eye. But sometimes death doesn't solve all problems
On the phone, Adam asked, "I heard Mable caught Jeremiah. I know her personality too well. Even if she doesn't kill him, she won't let him off easy. If Mable uses Jeremiah to deal with the Mullers—"Rory coldly interrupted Adam. "Isn't this perfect? Let them fight it out."Rory stood up and walked to the window. It was midnight, with the moon hanging high, and the night wind rustled the plane trees downstairs."Rorr, isn't the Jarius pendant still with Mable? Aren't you worried about what she might do to you?"Adam paused, not finishing his sentence.Even though he did not say it out loud, Rory knew what he wanted to remind him of."I know."Rory looked toward the eastern horizon, his gaze distant and profound. "I'm waiting for her!"Whatever she wanted to do, he was prepared for her.Adam sighed on the other end of the phone. "Rorr, why bother with this? You could have—""Do your job well, and mind your own business!"Rory hung up the phone, casually tossing it onto the cou
Mable watched Jeremiah's frantic demeanor with a hint of irony on her face. It turned out that Jeremiah was not naturally cold-blooded either. He was just as anxious seeing his beloved in danger. Mable felt quite satisfied after seeing him, who was usually composed, in such a state.Jeremiah pleaded desperately with bloodshot eyes. "Astrid! Astrid! I beg you, let go of Eugenie; she's innocent!"Mable approached him indifferently. "If you want me to let her go, it depends on whether you cooperate."Jeremiah clenched his jaw tightly, his face pale as he stared at Mable. "What do you want me to do?"Mable raised her hand, and her bodyguard brought over a laptop.Mable looked at Jeremiah. "I want to know all your collaboration plans with Rory, as well as all the commercial secrets of Muller Corporation in Italee over the years!"Mable said, prompting someone to place the laptop before Jeremiah and untie the ropes around his hands.Seeing Mable's serious expression, Jeremiah knew
"Nonsense!" Mable exclaimed as she grabbed his collar.Jeremiah was equally agitated. "Believe it or not! Rory knows about this, too. If you think I'm lying, go ask him!""Do you think I'll believe you just because you said so? Not a chance!" Mable released Jeremiah, not believing a word he said.She knew a little about the Necro Poison, but she had never heard of it causing such a reaction in poisoned individuals.Jeremiah looked at the surveillance footage on the tablet. "I've told you everything you wanted to know. Can you let Eugenie go now?"Mable smirked coldly, shaking her head. "You've forgotten again. I said I'd make you taste the pain of losing your loved one completely."Jeremiah's pupils shrank suddenly. "Astrid, you promised to let her go!""Oh, I've changed my mind."Mable's smile was chilling as she dialed a number on her phone. "Go ahead."“Astrid, no!" Jeremiah realized that Mable was instructing the guards who were watching over Eugenie. His face turned pale.
Mable glanced at the caller ID on her phone and answered the call."Hello.""Mable, is this going to work?" Eugenie's voice came through the phone.Mable touched her brow. "Don't worry, they're all professional actors. It'll be fine."The people on deck were all actors she had hired, including "Eugenie." With disguises, dim lighting, and strategic angles, even Jeremiah would not have recognized them.On the other end of the line, Eugenie sighed in relief. "That's good."Then she added, "I won't go to Royal View Villa for a while. If you need anything, give me a call. Remember to take your medicine, and let me know if you run out.""Okay, thank you.""You're welcome.""Oh, by the way," Mable remembered what Jeremiah had said to her earlier and asked, "There's something I wanted to ask you."Eugenie responded, "Go ahead."Mable took a deep breath and asked, "Jeremiah just told me that the Necro Poison can manipulate people's emotions. Those affected by the female base will fal
Mable woke up from the nightmare, tears soaking the pillow and the clothes she had held tightly all night. It was already daytime.Mable sat up, hugging her knees and trembling, unable to shake off Jeremiah's words. Even though Eugenie had insisted that it was impossible last night, why did she still feel so unsettled?This uneasy feeling filled every cell in Mable's body, stimulating every nerve. Finally, Mable picked up her phone and found Rory's number in her contacts.After hesitating momentarily, Mable decided to call Adam instead of Rory.Rory might deceive her, but Adam surely would not. There would be no lies from Adam. He would only speak the truth or remain silent.The phone rang a few times before Adam answered. After a moment of silence, Adam spoke, "Hello, Mable?"Mable took a deep breath. "Adam, I need to ask you something."Another silence followed."I know you will never lie," Mable said.After several hesitations, Adam finally spoke, "Go ahead.""Jere