“If we wait any longer, it'll be too late!” Percy and the others said urgently.Frederick had no choice but to follow Willa’s lead and run after her. Given Chester’s strength, Percy and his men could only hope to buy a few minutes at best.True to Liana’s words, the alley did have a hidden passage leading to a hotel on the outskirts of town. Not only that, the rooms were also perfectly arranged for them. Frederick was astonished. Liana was like a modern-day oracle—her predictions were spot on!She was a terrifying woman. She seemed to know everything!When they arrived at the hotel, Willa was still fuming. She threw her shoes off and collapsed onto the bed. Then, she removed her hairpin, letting her beautiful long hair cascade down her back.“Leave! I want to be alone!” she snapped coldly.Frederick, feeling utterly helpless, said, “Willa, there’s only one room for us! Where am I supposed to go?”“Anywhere but here. Just don’t bother me!” she shot back in frustration.Left
Queenie’s eyes sparkled the moment she heard the amount Frederick mentioned. She bent down to pick up the card, but stopped halfway.She still had lingering fears about the mission Frederick had just given her.She said nervously, “But… The Sheldon case is huge, and involves Mr. Hunt and his entire family. It’s too big for me to handle alone.”Frederick’s face remained impassive. “Do as I say, and I’ll take care of everything. Phoenix will provide you with protection. Once the job is done, another hundred million will be added to that card.”At the mention of more money, Queenie’s demeanor instantly brightened. She picked up the card eagerly. “Don’t worry, Mr. Lester. I’ll make sure to find out where Sheldon is hiding! I'm heading back to the Nine Great Ascension Clans now!”She turned to leave, her hips swaying as she approached the door.Unexpectedly, Frederick suddenly grabbed her by the waist. “Did I say you could leave?”“Did you even think about the consequences of dressin
Seeing Frederick still standing there like a statue, Willa couldn't help but feel a surge of frustration.She had practically spelled it out for him, but the jerk still didn’t get it?!Grinding her teeth, she got out of bed and grabbed him by the collar. “Are you playing dumb, or are you really that clueless?”Frederick, looking both amused and exasperated, said, “No, I really don’t understand!”“You once said you liked my backside, didn’t you?” Willa leaned in close, her breath warm against Frederick’s skin. “So, what if I don’t mind you touching it?”Frederick was jolted as if he’d been shocked by electricity."Damn!"What the hell?!What the hell was happening?Was Willa serious?!!Willa’s expression was dead serious. “I'm absolutely serious.”She took Frederick’s hand and placed it firmly on her shapely, rounded rear. The sensation was so tempting that it was almost irresistible. Willa had never been this “approachable” before. It only made Frederick’s desire even more
Willa was stunned.Before she could say anything, Frederick had already unfastened his belt.It was then that she realized her mistake and blurted out, “I... I didn’t mean to!”“Whether you meant it or not, you’ve triggered something in me!” Without saying anything further, Frederick transformed into a predatory force once again. To him, Willa now looked like a helpless little lamb!-When Willa woke up, it was already the following day. Frederick had just realized he hadn’t gone home all night. Jennifer must be worried sick!“Willa, I need to head back,” Frederick said, glancing around.To his surprise, Willa was nowhere to be found. All that remained was a note on the pillow.[I’m sorry about last night. I hope it won’t affect your relationship with Ms. York. I had something to take care of and left. Bye!]Frederick’s emotions were mixed. “She calls me a jerk, but she’s the one who just leaves without a word! And she didn’t even tell me where she’s going!”Well, at le
“What’s the matter? Are you so exhausted that you can’t get it up?” Jennifer asked, her tone laced with mockery as she watched him with a cold, dismissive smile.Frederick was at a loss for words. He had let things get out of hand! Now, he was in a tough spot.Jennifer rolled her eyes. “I knew it! You men are unreliable! Always out enjoying yourselves, while I spent the whole night waiting for you. And now, you’re out fooling around with other women! Get out! I don’t want to talk to you!” Jennifer dismissed him with a stormy look.Her icy demeanor and unyielding gaze were so intimidating, Frederick couldn’t meet her eyes. She was, after all, his superior.As he reached the door, he stopped suddenly.“Ms. York.”“What now? Do you have more excuses? I don’t want to hear them!” she snapped, unmoved.“No, I just remembered I forgot to give you a birthday present last time.”Frederick hurried out of the room, rummaging through his belongings. After a minute, he returned with a che
That was one of the key reasons Jennifer stayed in Centropolis. It was unlikely she could topple Xavier, the pillar of the York family, all by herself. But if she could enlist the help of an ally in Centropolis, there might be a chance!“But your family hasn’t been in touch with your relative for years. How can you be sure he’ll help you?” Frederick asked skeptically.“Honestly, I’m not entirely sure. But sometimes, trying something can offer a glimmer of hope, while not trying at all is a complete dead end,” Jennifer replied seriously.With that, Frederick had to agree. “That’s true.”“Then let’s take the car.”Frederick quickly interrupted, “Jen, how about we take the subway instead?”With the state government, the Dragon Brigade, and Nine Great Ascension Clans all searching for them, driving would make them easy to spot. Frederick wasn’t worried about himself, but Jennifer was a different story. Her combat skills were nearly non-existent, and she was much weaker than Willa!
Frederick’s expression darkened immediately. He was already being patient by not confronting the old man, but now, the old man was pushing his luck and trying to sit next to Jennifer?!Did the old man think Frederick was invisible?“Hey, did you hear me?” the old man said impatiently. “I’m over sixty, and I have a ton of health problems. Are you really going to make me stand? Besides, showing respect for the elderly is a traditional virtue in Drakonia. Are you so ignorant that you don’t understand this?”Hearing this, several people around chimed in.“Yeah, you’re young and strong. Why not give up your seat for an old person? It’s the right thing to do!”“The old man is asking you nicely. Not giving up your seat is really rude!”“Young people these days just don’t respect their elders or care about the younger generation!”Jennifer’s face flushed with embarrassment as she listened to the murmurs. She tugged at Frederick’s sleeve. “Why don’t we just stand? Give him the seat. It’s
Angry murmurs echoed from the crown. The two subway staff members furrowed their brows, and their attitude immediately changed.“Bullying an elderly in broad daylight? That is outrageous!”“You’re in your twenties, and you’re fighting an old man for a seat?”Frederick remained expressionless. “This is my seat.”“Come on! This young man is out of his mind! Leave him alone. Young people today lack basic decency!”The staff members were clearly displeased, and one of them asked, “Where is the old man in question?”When they saw him, their faces changed instantly.“Mr. Yardley Sr.!”This wasn’t just any ordinary old man; he was the father of the deputy general manager of the Centropolis Subway Company, Edward Yardley!The subway company was a major state-owned enterprise, and a deputy general manager’s rank was equivalent to a city-level official.Immediately, the staff members began to fawn over him. “Sir, given your age, you must have plenty of luxury cars at home. Why would yo