On the other side, Ethan was also making arrangements through calls."Ten people from the R&D team would be enough. Dispatch the elite team to listen to my and Vicky's instructions. Remember, your top priority is to ensure Vicky's safety. Don't let anything happen to her!""Got it. There's also one more thing, Boss. Ms. Campbell went to Youngville. She came to ask me about your whereabouts before she left.""When was this?""About half a month ago."Ethan frowned. "Why are you only telling me this now?""She hasn't done anything out-of-line to harm Victoria for now, so I just got someone to watch over her.""What did she do while she was in Youngville?""She kept going to the police station and even got someone out from there.""Was it someone named Yvette White?""Yes. She seemed to realize that our men were watching her and managed to ditch them. She's no longer in Youngville now. Do you think she managed to track you down and went to Yrinas to look for you, Boss?"Ethan c
Ashton agreed to it.After Ethan had left, Ashton immediately called for his bodyguards.He instructed, "Go back to Maplewood Village early tomorrow and bring Mr. Lynch's assistant and his woman's maid over. I suspect that Lynch dude knew that woman before this. Try to ask around about this from his underling."Something was not right about Ethan's attitude toward Victoria. As a man himself, Ashton could feel it.He was worried that he would be fooled.Ashton would feel uneasy if he didn't get their relationship cleared up.After that, he continued, "Get that mute lady to come see me."…After Ethan left, he did not return to his lodging.He walked around aimlessly for a bit before heading toward the lodgings of Ashton's researchers.The urge to meet Sharon was extremely strong.As soon as he reached the ground floor of the dorms, Ashton's lackey appeared.He knocked on Sharon's door and talked to her for a bit. Sharon then went back into her room.The door opened a few mi
Victoria left the mobile house and headed back.She could smell alcohol as soon as she entered the room.She looked around the room and saw Ethan sitting by the bed. His expression was cold while holding a glass of whiskey in his hand.Victoria frowned.How much had he drunk?Ethan seemed not to realize that Victoria was back. He continued to drink.It was as if it was just water instead of whiskey.Victoria shut the door. She then went forward and snatched the wine glass out of Ethan's hand."What's wrong?"Ethan smelled of alcohol. He turned to look at Victoria with red, glistening eyes. He looked like he had just experienced some shock.Victoria placed the wine glass down on the table.She thought for a moment before asking, "You met up with your Mom?"In this factory, even Ashton was under Ethan's control. Victoria couldn't think of anyone else other than Sharon who could make Ethan like this suddenly.Ethan glared at Victoria and accused, "Why didn't you tell me that
Ashton's transaction partner had something to do unexpectedly and could only reach two days later. It would be similar to the arrival timing of Ethan's R&D team.Victoria looked at Ethan. "The person Ashton would be dealing with this time has a high status. Given the nature of this transaction, they would definitely be accompanied by many people."The more people there are, the more pairs of eyes there would be, and the bigger the risk it would have. Those people are different from the employees of the factory. They're more alert."I'm planning to bring Wendy to go have a look tomorrow night. If everything is well, we'll take action the day after."Ethan listened to Victoria's analysis. "I'll keep a lookout for you.""No need, you're too eye-catching. Just let Silas do it. You can go distract Ashton instead. Try your best to distract him from his phone, and don't go to the secret room.""Come over here, Ethan!" Wendy was sitting in front of the laptop when she called Ethan over.
Victoria brought her clothes and cell phone into the bathroom.Wendy looked at Ethan and took the opportunity to add insult to injury."You're not only the King of Infidelity, you're even mean-spirited. No wonder Victoria liked Benjamin instead of you."Ethan retorted, "Then you should ask Benjamin if he would let you watch him while he showers!"Wendy angrily replied, "I've already said I don't want to watch you while you shower!"Ethan continued, "Who knows? Wouldn't you know yourself the best whether you're an admirer or not?"Silas saw the way both of them were about to fight. He then stood up to smooth things over between them."Enough, stop quarreling now. What if someone heard us?"Both of them gave a pointed look at each other and turned their heads away.…On the other hand, Benjamin had been waiting for Victoria's call after receiving her email.He picked up as soon as Victoria had called."Cutie," Benjamin said with a low voice.He was missing her dearly.Benja
The next night, Victoria brought Wendy and Silas to the underground club as planned.Silas looked at the lavishly decorated underground club.He exclaimed, "Fuck, isn't this Ashton too fucking rich, Victoria? Should we find a chance to abduct him before we take action? We can easily ask for a few million."Wendy's eyes lit up as she agreed, "I just can't stand these rich people. They're all ill-gotten gains anyway. It'll just be a dog-eat-dog situation. Sorry, I mean a Robin Hood situation."Victoria calmly replied, "It'll be impossible to abduct him before we take action. But it's fine if you guys managed to get money from him without affecting the entire plan."That can be considered your "thank you" reward for the two of you to split equally."Ashton was involved in drug trafficking, prostitution, and even human organ trafficking. He did not let anything go to waste, no matter if it was the living or dead.These were all profiteering industries, and he would surely be rich.
Soon, it was time for Ashton's business partner to arrive at the factory.Ethan looked at Victoria.He said, "I went to sound Ashton out during the night you went to the underground club. He only told me how outstanding this person was and praised him to the heavens."But I suspect that he's not sure of the other party's details as well. He refused to even tell me their name."I'll go have a look for now. Wait for my news here."…The meeting place of both parties was set at the underground laboratory.Sharon was the only one in the laboratory when Ethan arrived. She was in her protective suit and had her gas mask on.As soon as Ethan had arrived, her gaze did not leave his face.Ethan had a complicated expression on his face when he saw her. It finally settled on grief and hatred.Sharon opened the door for Ethan. She then passed the protective suits and gas masks to Silas and him.After a while, Ashton arrived with a group of people.Ethan looked at the man beside Ashton.
After seeing Walter off, Ashton remained standing at the doorway. He was waiting for Ethan. When Ethan was still not out after a long while, Ashton could only head back into the laboratory to look for him.In the laboratory, Ethan had removed his gas mask and was leaning back in his chair. His hair on the front was damp. His lips were pressed tightly together, and his face was ashen out of exhaustion.Sharon was still in her safety equipment as she poured him a glass of water. Even though she had her face hidden behind the mask, it was evident she couldn't bear to see him like this.Ethan looked at her as he took the glass. "I'm fine," he said soothingly.Silas was surprised. He looked weirdly at Sharon before tapping Ethan on the shoulder. "Boss, Ms. Cross is in her room. She's not Ms. Cross. Are you too tired? Should I help you to the room so you can rest?"Silas thought Ethan was hallucinating because he was too tired and had mistaken Sharon for Victoria."It's okay. I'll just