"So I’m telling you, it’s pointless! Why make such a fuss?" the receptionist grumbled, still shaken.Frederick ignored her complaints. Smiling, he said, "Thank you."Golden Princess? He remembered it was one of Byron's properties. If that was the case, getting Byron involved would make retrieving Laura easier. Whether the video was real or not, ensuring her safety was paramount.As he headed to Golden Princess Paradise, Selene called him."Fred, Laurie’s back! The video is fake! She said someone just edited it! And she said she made an excuse to leave early. No one hurt her." Her voice was filled with relief.Frederick felt a weight lift off his shoulders. "Good. I'll head back now."But after hanging up, he sensed something was wrong. He could tell if a video was edited. That video had real elements, especially certain features of Laura's body, like the two moles on her butt. He had noticed them when he helped clean her up last night, and they matched perfectly.'If that’s tr
"I didn't realize she was saying her last words! It's all my fault! I'm so stupid! So useless!" Selene cried, slapping her own face in anguish and guilt.Frederick grabbed her arms, and tried to calm her down. "Selly, this isn't your fault! It's not your responsibility. It's...those people." His eyes burned with fury at the thought of those who had harmed Laura. The murderous rage he felt was overwhelming, a feeling he had only experienced twice before: once when Jennifer was sold to the Crimson Robe Society, and now.Selene wiped her tears, and said vehemently, "Fred, let's call the police! Let the law punish them!" Frederick smiled bitterly, and gently pinched her cheek. "My naive sister, this is Centropolis. Here, the law doesn't touch the powerful."Determination etched on his face, he declared, "I'm going to handle this my own way."Selene gasped. "What are you planning to do?"Frederick didn't answer. He walked over to Laura's body, gently closed her lifeless eyes, and s
Frederick glanced at Jasmine, remaining unmoved. He reached out, and gave her bottom a firm squeeze."Stop messing around. I have serious matters to discuss," he said sternly.Jasmine's body jolted as if shocked, almost letting out a gasp. Her eyes widened as she glared at Frederick. But then, she saw that his face was darker than usual, and his eyes were as cold as ice.Her expression turned serious, and she followed him into the office."What's going on?" she asked.Frederick got straight to the point. "Do you know Kelvin Thompson?" Being part of the elite circle in Centropolis, Jasmine had a much broader network than an outsider like Phoenix. If there was a breakthrough to be found, it would be through her.Jasmine was surprised. "Kelvin Thompson? Of course I know him! He's a spoiled rich kid and a typical playboy! His private life is a mess. I've heard he's ruined quite a few college girls.""He's been living it up these past few years, using his family money to start a mo
The next evening at eight o'clock, at Golden Princess Paradise, a group of wealthy heirs gathered. They were singing and dancing, surrounded by a blaze of lights and the allure of fine wine."Mr. Thompson’s here!""Mr. Thompson, you're as impressive as ever!""Of course, being a noble, the blood in your veins is different from us commoners!"As Kelvin the earl's son arrived, the suckups quickly stood up to flatter him. He was dressed in a sharp suit, his arms covered in elaborate tattoos, and he was strikingly handsome.He pulled out a box of cigarettes, generously handing them out. "These are a special palace supply my father brought back from the Imperial Capital. You can't buy these anywhere else! Come on, don't be shy. Try the same cigarettes the nobles in the Imperial Capital smoke! And remember—everything tonight, food and drinks, is on me!""Mr. Thompson, you're so generous!" the group cheered, gathering around him as he took the central seat.Kelvin smirked, and declared
"It's not about doubting you. I check everyone who spends time with me. Those people out there were checked as well," Kelvin hurriedly explained. "Better safe than sorry, right? Ms. Smith, why are you so upset? Could it be that...""Could it be what?" Jasmine interrupted with a cold laugh, stretching out her arms. "Go ahead, check. As a noble, it's only right to satisfy your curiosity."Kelvin looked a bit embarrassed, but reluctantly began to pat her down. He quickly skimmed over her body, avoiding only the most private areas. There really was nothing!With a cautious smile, he said, "Ms. Smith, my apologies! I truly misjudged you. How about this: all your expenses within a five-kilometer radius tonight are on me. Even if you max out your card, it's no problem! Consider it my way of making amends."Jasmine smiled sweetly. "Kelvin, do you take me for a gold digger?"With that, she silently moved closer to him, placing her delicate hand on his waist. "Originally, I was thinking..
"Jasmine! You little...!" Kelvin's rage was palpable.Jasmine interrupted calmly, "I'm not interested in your foul language. Right now, I have the recordings and videos."I can accuse you of sexually assaulting young women. Even as a noble, you'd face serious charges! Even if I can't get you prosecuted, what you tried to do to me tonight is already considered assault. If I go public, it'll create a scandal that will rock the entire elite circle!"Her words were sharp and powerful, cutting straight to the point.Kelvin froze for a couple of seconds before bursting into laughter. "Jasmine, do you know what I love most about you? Your fierce spirit! It's so rare! Playing with ordinary women is just a physical thrill, but with you, there's also a mental conquest! That's what I crave the most!"Jasmine's face darkened instantly. "Even when you're cornered, you still put on that smug act? If I expose this, your family will ground you for at least a year, and your reputation will be
"Go ahead then, jump that metaphoric wall!" Kelvin taunted, showing no fear. "You're a young prodigy with a bright future, Jasmine. Would you really dare to die with me?"His words struck a nerve. Jasmine's face turned ashen. She gritted her teeth, and her body shook uncontrollably.Kelvin propped his chin on his hand, smiling slyly. "Still trying to threaten me? If you want to play, I'm game. Don't think I wouldn't dare to touch you just because you're a high-born heiress. Anger me, and I won't show any mercy! Not even your family can protect you then!"Jasmine's features twisted in fury. "I've never seen someone so...""Kneel!" Kelvin interrupted coldly, not wasting any more words.Jasmine felt a chill spread through her body and an overwhelming sense of suffocation. She had no choice but to kneel in humiliation.Kelvin chuckled. "You're so obedient! It wouldn't have come to this if you'd been this compliant earlier. Now, strip!" he commanded, his voice leaving no room for
Kelvin shouted frantically. But after several seconds of yelling, there was still no response from outside.He froze, turning to look down the hallway. It was empty—there was no one in sight!Frederick's tone was indifferent. "Don't bother looking. The bodyguards you brought are all gone.""That's impossible! This is Byron's territory! He's from the Morrison family in Centropolis! There should be at least a dozen of the Morrison family's men here, not to mention my own guards!"Kelvin's face twisted with rage as he glared at Frederick.Frederick gently kissed Jasmine's forehead and patted her back. "Don't worry, I'll make sure you get justice. Just sit down and have a drink. No more tears, okay?"Jasmine rubbed her sore nose and pouted. "You're so annoying! I'm not crying! Not at all!"Frederick smiled. "Sure, sure."Kelvin erupted in anger. "I'm asking you a question!"How dare they ignore him and flirt in front of him? It was infuriating!Frederick suddenly turned, and said