Chapter 96
Audrey never thought of herself as delicate, but after a round of Amelia’s training, her legs were trembling, while
the
older Amelia was still full of energy
Only with a healthy body can you enjoy a good life. Let’s go home,” Amelia said, light on her feet and urging Audrey to keep up. time to head back and catch the show.
Calvin hadn’t left. He was still in the study, giving a report.
She figured it was about
Yann tumed the AC lower, but still felt hot. He unbuttoned his shirt, his joints cracking twice as
he
stretched
He got up and walked to the window, spotting the two women jogging back. The
cene
lookous
n’s back. He hesitated before asking, “Why not just tell
“I’ve arranged for Lucas to come back. They should be meeting soon,” Calvin said, watching Audrey directly?”
“Tell her I’ve been watching her all along?” Yann turned around, his expression serious, eyes
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Audrey didn’t show much concern for Luna. But he knew that, because of her own past, she deeply about children being manipulated and coerced by their mothers.
rown outsen
Because of her ties to Valerie, she didn’t want to openly stand up for a mistress’s child. But sending Luna to the police station had already betrayed her true thoughts. Since she wanted to help, of course, he would give her a push.
Audrey went to shower first, then headed downstairs for some water. The spicy pork from dinner had been a bit much–her throat was sore. Just as she was about to go down, she spotted a shadow sneaking by the study door.
Amelia gave her a shush gesture.
Audrey covered her mouth and tiptoed behind her. Amelia pulled her into a squat to eavesdrop. “Before our walk, I gave him a strong tonic coffee.”
Audrey was speechless again.
Amelia signaled her to stay quiet and listen carefully to what was going on inside.
All the signs pointed to Yann and Calvin being a thing. But hearing it,wasn’t enough–Audrey needed to see it with her own eyes.
Audrey crouched behind Amelia and suddenly remembered that moment in the kitchen. Yann’s tall frame had cornered her against the fridge. He had asked her, “You’d support me no matter who I liked?”
In that moment, she felt both scared and… a little expectant.
Something fell inside the study. Amelia got excited and nudged Audrey to bring her back to focus.
But nothing else followed. Amelia rubbed her hands with anticipation, wearing the expression of a teenage girl in love, slowly leaning closer to the door.
Audrey tried to stop her, but it was too late. The study door suddenly opened, and Amelia, who was leaning against it, fell flat inside.
“Amelia.” Yann’s deep, annoyed voice rang out above her.
Audrey quickly turned around and hid in the corner. So awkward! She didn’t want to be caught.
“I said I was just passing by. Would you believe it?” Amelia stood up and looked into the study.
Calvin had his back to the door. There was some dust on his shoulder-like someone had pinned him down somewhere.
Amelia’s imagination went wild, trying to find more “evidence,” but the tall
I man stepped in and blocked her view.
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good toward the end of the hallway. Thankfully, Audrey hadn’t joined in on the nonsense.
ax about where I sleep. Can’t rest well in a new place. But don’t mind me, go on with whatever you were doing,” Amelia said with an awkward lough as she walked off. She spotted Audrey hiding and didn’t give her away.
viesed the door and muttered helplessly, “Stop fixing things.”
Cab tuned around holding the AC filter. Sir had said the cooling wasn’t working, so he opened it up. Unexpectedly, the filter hadn’t been secured proper and suddenly fell.
wink the AC is working just fine,” Calvin said from under the vent, offering his assessment.
Te dank was the problem.” Yann waved him off, telling him to go rest.
se braced himself against the table and took a deep breath. The heat in his body was growing more intense–especially in his lower abdomen. It felt like a low–temperature burn, painful and itchy all at once.
When he returned to his bedroom, Audrey was coming upstairs with a glass of ice water. They met in the hallway.
Auchy’s eyes darted. “Want some water? It’s ice–cold.”
Yarn/took the cup without a word and turned straight back to his room. If he stayed a second longer, he’d lose control.
The rest day, Yann, who was usually an early riser, stayed in bed.
Calon came out of his room and told the two eating breakfast, “Sir has a fever.”
Ameila rearty spat her milk on him.
” te akay?” Audrey set down her milk and got up. Her steps toward the stairs paused as she turned to Amelia. Now was not the time for her to act overly
attentive
Amela didn’t look too happy. She hated that her son wasn’t the top. She finished her meal, wiped her mouth, and stood up. “Thanks for taking care of him we got things to do. Audrey, come see me off,”
“Day Audrey glanced at Calvin and silently mouthed, ‘I’m counting on you.’
Site dropped Amelia off at a private club, then headed to Stride Commerce. She had a meeting with Luther today. After finishing her tasks, she and Edana
sert off
Adana’s car was about to exit the garage, she slowed down. “That car right there is my dream ride. One day, I’ll own one!”
Audray followed her gaze. It was her own Land Rover. “Your Teramont is pretty nice too.”
Adama scoffed, “It’s decent for you. For me? Not even close!”
“You’re right.”
They didn’t speak along the way and soon arrived at the café where the meeting was set.
other, long time no see!” Edana greeted him warmly, then turned to the woman beside her. “Flora, SR has released a new bag. Want to check it out
“Sure, Flora replied with a smile.
#dan didn’t bother introducing Audrey. She simply took out a document and placed it on the table. “Luther, here’s our letter of intent. Please have a
Flora deliberately spilled some coffee on her sleeve and looked up at Audrey. “Come with me to clean this up.”
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Audrey didn’t move or respond.
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Flora kicked Edana under the table. Edana turned to Audrey. “I’ll brief Luther. You go with Flora to get that cleaned up.”
Audrey stood up and Followed Flora to the restroom.
Flora checked that no one else was in the cubicles, then instantly dropped her friendly face. “Audrey! About the way you humiliated me last time–it’s time to settle the score.”
Audrey snorted lightly and said nothing.
Flora’s face darkened as Audrey continued to ignore her. She grabbed the soap dispenser from the sink and hurled it across the room. “Who the hell do you think you are, giving me that attitude?”
“You better think twice,” Audrey said casually.
Flora sneered, “Right now, you’re begging my uncle for a deal. Even if I slap you, you still have
throw it.
Audrey caught her wrist mid–air and pried one of her fingers back.
to
take it with a smile!” With that, she raised her hand to
The soap bottle slipped from Flora’s hand. Audrey caught it and calmly placed
it back on the sink.
“What’s your problem? Are you just begging to be punished?” She twisted Flora’s arm hard and pinned her against the wall. “Go tell Luther to cancel the deal right now, and see who panics first.”
She shoved Flora, whose head smacked against the tile wall with a loud thud.
Edana wanted to take credit for her work and even teamed up with Flora to
teach her a
would make sure they both paid for it.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
