At this moment, Charlie pulled Matthew aside and whispered to him, "But what if Linus admits that Selena is an undercover agent? What do we do then?" After hearing this, Matthew pondered. Yes, if Linus really admitted that Selena was an undercover agent, what should they do next? "But Linus' explanation is like a lifeline for Koven now. If we don't ask Linus, what else can we do?" After Matthew finished speaking, he rubbed his temples and looked at Charlie opposite him."We can't rule out the possibility that Selena is a suspect. If Selena isn't involved, that's fine. But if she is, how do we explain this to Lucy and Chelsea?" Charlie's headache began to worsen as he thought about this."But there must be a resolution. Whether Selena is an undercover agent or not—even if she isn't—we can't let her continue to stay close to Lucy and Chelsea. And you know, Selena has trained in martial arts. "If she were to try to abduct Lucy and Chelsea, it would be a matter of minutes. If we
Daniel almost died of rage when he heard this. He immediately said, "Didn't I tell you? Don't put it in any pocket. If you must hide it, place it in a watch or necklace. The bug is small, but it can be easily discovered. This is extremely disappointing!" Selena remained silent for a moment before saying, "Does this mean I've been discovered?" Daniel let out a deep sigh and said, "I don't know the exact situation yet. Just when I was about to hear something crucial, the bug suddenly went silent. I'm not sure if you've been discovered or not."Wait a while and see. When Koven returns, see what he says. If Koven asks you, just say you don't know anything. Wait and observe the situation. If things go south, evacuate." Selena acknowledged and then hung up the phone.She sat in the house, restless. If the mission was aborted now, it would be too soon. She had not been around them for long. Could she have been discovered already? What should she do? Meanwhile, Matthew said, "I'll ca
"If asking him on the phone doesn't work, let's call him over. There's still plenty of time. As long as he's around, we'll be able to confront him directly," Matthew said. After speaking, he asked Charlie to message Linus.Charlie nodded and sent their location to Linus. Although Linus was quite curious why Charlie suddenly messaged him, he decided to go anyway, just in case it was something urgent."Maybe we should switch rooms first. Let's not let Linus find this room," suggested Hudson.Matthew understood his point and nodded. Then, the five of them moved to the adjacent room."Alright, let's wait here. When he arrives, we'll start questioning him," Charlie said, glancing at Matthew."What are you implying? Do you think I have nothing serious to discuss with him?" Matthew disliked Charlie's insinuating look and responded sharply.Charlie gave an awkward laugh and looked at Matthew. "Old rivals get especially heated when they meet. You've married Lucy, and she's pregnant. Why d
"I think when Linus arrives, we should first ask him whether Selena is part of Spades," Hudson said, glancing at Matthew Leon.At this moment, Koven remained silent. He knew the evidence was conclusive, but he still did not want to believe that Selena was sent by Spades. If this was true, what was he supposed to do? Although he had not been with Selena for long, he already considered her family. If she really was from Spades, he did not know whether to accept her or not. Accepting Selena would be selfish, considering that Spades had sent her to target Lucy and Matthew. However, not accepting her would be unfair to himself.Thinking this, Koven picked up his wine glass and took a long gulp. Hugh patted his shoulder, signaling him to stay positive. To be honest, Hugh could not believe that Selena was an undercover agent either. Selena was quite striking. Without her glasses, she looked even more remarkable, yet she always seemed so simple and innocent...Just then, there was a kno
Gusman Linus paused for a moment. He knew who Koven was. Judging by the look of things, what they wanted to ask him about today was likely related to Selena. Linus fell into deep thought. After all, he had promised Selena that he would fully support her role as an undercover agent around Lucy and Matthew. However, if they were to question him about this, how was he supposed to explain? At the same time, if he did not tell them that Selena was the undercover agent, she would continue working for Spades, which could be harmful to Lucy. Given Spades' ruthless nature, Lucy would not stand a chance."Ask whatever you want!" Linus decided to probe what they knew first.Hudson spoke up, "We know it's an intrusion, but there's something we can't figure out. We want to know if Selena is part of Spades." After speaking, Hudson looked at Linus.Linus sighed deeply, knowing the inevitable had arrived, but he decided to lie. He wanted to gamble on how much Matthew and his group had uncovered
After Charlie finished speaking, he looked at Linus.“What did you find out?” Linus asked coldly.Upon hearing this, Charlie glanced back at Matthew, wondering if he should tell Linus what they had discovered.Matthew nodded at Charlie, indicating that he could share the information with Linus. Surely, Linus did not want Lucy to get hurt either, right? Taking a chance, Charlie nodded back and then turned to Linus."Just now, we found a bug in Koven's pocket. If you think that's not evidence enough, then you should know about the Mermaid Network, right?"Linus nodded."The Mermaid Network was created by Koven himself. When we were investigating Spades before, we accessed Mr. Zimmer's profile, and you were the only one under him. But today, when we checked, there was suddenly another profile—a female.“Not only that, but the profile information, including the age and other details, is identical to Selena Carden. After our investigation, we found out that we hadn’t noticed this bef
Linus took a deep breath and said to them, “Yes! Selena is indeed an undercover agent spy? So what? What does it prove? Selena hasn't harmed any of you yet, right?”Hugh, who was standing nearby, almost laughed when he heard this. He quickly said, “Should we wait for her to make a move, then? By the time she does, it’ll be too late for us to do anything. "We discovered something this morning, and if we hadn’t, Selena would've probably started making a move in a few days. "Linus, you should tell us everything you know. I hope you can think about Lucy. Everyone here, except for Matthew, is a friend of Lucy. Matthew is the one most worried about her right now.”“And Lucy is pregnant. Don’t you think you should do something?” Hudson added.Hearing this, Linus felt as if a wall in his heart had been knocked down. He said, “Yes, Selena is indeed the spy sent by Spades. When Selena and I were together, she didn’t know what my profession was. "Later, when our relationship was discover
"I really want to know on what basis you're saying these things. If you don't have any, I advise you to speak less to avoid bringing disaster upon yourselves," Linus said, his eyes filled with coldness as he looked at them.Hudson then said, “While Matthew and Charlie went to look for you, Koven, Hugh, and I had already visited the headquarters of Spades."Alice had his tendons severed a few years ago, so he can't manage the organization anymore. This has never been made public, but Mr. Zimmer somehow got wind of it and started his plan to seize power.“Most of the partners and shareholders in Spades are already siding with Mr. Zimmer. Now, Alice is just an empty shell.”Linus' eyes were full of disbelief as he heard this. He had met Alice before, and the first time he saw Alice, he felt an eerie and sinister aura about him. He was someone who commanded Spades through sheer strength, unlike Daniel, who never seemed quite up to the task.Daniel had repeatedly mentioned to him that
As Gabriella examined the luxurious clothes, bags, shoes, and pants, she could not help but feel that Lucy was completely unappreciative of such treasures. She failed to utilize them to enhance her appearance! They spent quite a while going through the various garments and accessories, yet there were still items they had not finished checking out.Lucy gave an awkward smile, acknowledging her own laziness. After a long search, Gabriella finally found a piece that caught her eye. As she checked the tag, she was surprised to find that the dress was designed by a renowned French designer. It featured a V-neck, with simple yet elegant sleeves that revealed a hint of Lucy's arms, while the skirt was a refined and tailored fit.Gabriella held up the dress against Lucy, murmuring to herself, “Hmm, this one’s nice! You should try it on!” Even though she spoke to Lucy in a tone reminiscent of an older sister, she still maintained her authority as a mother-in-law. It made her words both
Since the previous incident, Lucy had become increasingly attentive to her children. She watched over them at nearly every moment. She feared that Charlotte might seize any chance to harm the children, so she remained vigilant and meticulous, avoiding any lapses. In her eyes, Matthew Leon and the children represented her entire world, and she could not afford even the slightest mishap.One day, Gabriella Sharpe visited their home. She arrived as lively as ever, wearing impeccably applied makeup that included an expensive shade of lipstick. Her appearance radiated the elegance of a woman of high social standing, making her stand out among the people on the street.Lucy welcomed Gabriella warmly, treating her with utmost respect. It created an atmosphere of family harmony. Gabriella settled into a chair, savoring the fruit that Lucy offered her. She held Johnny closely, reluctant to part with him. She showered him with compliments and laughter."Mom, you seem to be in a great mood l
Matthew noticed Lucy’s absent-mindedness and asked gently, "Lulu, what’s on your mind?"“Oh, nothing… I just think what happened to Charlotte is so sudden,” Lucy replied.“Don’t worry about it. It has nothing to do with us. She was always trying to harm you. Her fate is something she brought upon herself.” Matthew patted her head comfortingly.However, Lucy found it suspicious. Although the news reported Charlotte’s assassination and that the monastery had burned down to ashes, it did not mention her body. That kind of crucial detail would not have been overlooked by the media.Matthew had also considered this possibility, but he had kept it to himself to avoid alarming Lucy. Charlotte had been sent to the monastery because of him and Lucy, and she had to harbor a deep hatred for them. If she managed to orchestrate her own escape, what if she was now seeking help from Spades to target Lucy? That would be dangerous.“Lulu, don’t worry. I won’t let anything happen to you or the ch
With nothing left to hold onto, Charlotte walked down the empty streets, her heart heavy with despair. She wore a black veil that covered her completely, revealing only her eyes. She even had on dark sunglasses. She dared not walk in the open or be seen, nor did she dare expose Juliana’s crimes to the world.She used to be a princess. Everything she had done, every privilege and indulgence, was backed by Arthur and Juliana’s love and permission. Now that her supporters had betrayed her, what right did she have to be reckless or demand anything? Surviving itself was a luxury. How could she even think of acting willfully?As she wandered in anguish, Charlotte found herself by the river. She remembered coming here with Arthur and Juliana when she was a child, laughing and walking along the bank. Now, each memory felt painfully ironic, and every kiss from Juliana seemed sickening. How could her world be so false? How could even the people she trusted most turn against her?Charlotte cou
Charlotte continued to hide within the castle, unwilling to leave and equally unwilling to let anyone know she was alive—unless they promised never to send her back to the monastery. However, she doubted that would happen, so she kept to the shadows. After all, the castle had plenty of food. It was far better than anything at the monastery.One night, Charlotte quietly slipped into Arthur and Juliana's bedroom. To her surprise, Arthur was not there, and only Juliana was present. 'Dad must be too upset to sleep,' Charlotte thought. She knew him well—whenever he was troubled, he would retreat to the study rather than go to bed.As she watched her beloved mother, a tiny bit of her resolve wavered. Juliana looked utterly exhausted, as if she had lost a lot of weight in just a few days. Charlotte had a sudden urge to go in and comfort her, but she knew that was impossible. Charlotte realized that seeing someone through a wall of separation was the most painful thing of all.Just as
The next morning, news of the assassination attempt on Charlotte was sensationalized across all media outlets. The internet was flooded with headlines about her close brush with death, sparking worldwide shock. No one could believe that Charlotte, notorious for her arrogance and harsh treatment of offenders, could have been targeted like this. Many who resented her strict, often cruel ways were both thrilled and stunned by the news. The royal family immediately tightened security at the monastery, dispatching a large police force to investigate what had happened. The monastery became a focal point of public intrigue.“What? That's impossible! How could there be no trace?” Juliana exclaimed in disbelief. Standing before her was the chief forensic investigator.“Yes, Your Majesty, there's no sign of Princess Charlotte’s remains,” the investigator confirmed firmly.“Fine, I understand. Leave me, and keep me informed if anything changes,” Juliana replied, pressing her fingers to her
As the footsteps came closer, Charlotte held her breath, not daring to make a sound. Suddenly, a shadowy figure appeared—it was clear they were targeting her. She watched as the figure approached the bed, moving so quietly it was as if they made no sound at all. What could they possibly be planning? Surely, the headmistress would not go this far?The figure drew closer to the bed, bundled up the pillows and blankets, and then doused something over them. Charlotte could smell it—it was gasoline! Was the headmistress planning to kill her to silence her? She froze, unable to move. The shadow struck a match and dropped it onto the bed. In an instant, flames surged up from the blankets.In the fire’s glow, Charlotte could make out that it was not the headmistress but a man. After setting the fire, he quickly slipped away without making a single sound. Charlotte crept out while stifling a cough, afraid he might hear and return. The flames grew quickly, engulfing the bed and spreading t
Over the past year or so, Charlotte had gradually come to understand that the world was not just about picturesque landscapes and lavish feasts. In the shadows, beyond her sight, lay a world full of schemes and deception. Despite her ongoing attempts to plot against Lucy Quinn, she had not noticed this aspect at all until she arrived at the monastery. Here, she realized how dark human nature could truly be.The women at the monastery constantly criticized and belittled her, while the headmistress was corrupt, using her position for personal vendettas. She was also driven by greed for wealth and status. All Charlotte wanted was to escape this dreadful place and return to her castle. She wanted to go back to her plush, comfortable bed. There, she led a life surrounded by maids tending to her every need.Thinking of this, she remembered Lucy and envisioned her seated in her rightful place, basking in the affection of Arthur and Juliana. She could see Lucy's haughty expression starin
In a moment of heat, Charlotte blurted everything out. Joan was dumbfounded! Was this really Charlotte? She usually did not talk this much, did she? It was not just Joan who was shocked; the headmistress across from Charlotte was equally taken aback. Charlotte was usually so obedient. How had her tongue turned so venomous today? The headmistress was left speechless as every word Charlotte said was so reasonable that no one could argue against it, and it even warranted some compliments! Although Charlotte was confronting the headmistress, each of her statements felt like a plea for justice.Charlotte was not done yet and continued, “Since you know I’m a princess, you should give me some consideration. Yet, in reality, I’m the one giving you all the consideration. Is that reasonable?” Charlotte’s arguments were layered and logical, her thoughts clear. It left the headmistress in a muddle while Joan looked on with envy! The headmistress glanced at Charlotte, feeling quite displease