Chapter 20
Cheryl was still shaken from the night’s events. Humiliated and forced to flee the banquet, she never thought a simple walk in the garden would reveal such a big secret. Her hands trembled as she pulled out her phone and made a quick call.
Eunice was chatting with a group of wealthy heiresses at the banquet when her phone buzzed.
Cheryl told Eunier about what happened in the garden, then said, “Eunice, do you think Zoe’s blackmailing Mr. Hunter? Why else would he show her such respect?
“Or maybe.. with his support, she’s just faking those chemistry skills to impress Ms. Yoder. That can’t be her real talent.”
Looks like she’s determined to steal everything from me–my standing, my home, even my family’s love. That social–climbing viper won’t stop until I have nothing left, Fumice thought bitterly.
Eunice clenched her phone, her knuckles whitening as the “truth” sank in. A cold glint flashed in her eyes as she was ready to get rid of Zoe.
Keep this quiet. I’ll handle her myself,” she said in a low, urgent voice before hanging up
“Hey, Eunice, who were you talking to?” A wealthy heiress in a sparkling white gown walked over, her massive diamond ring catching the light. She migged Eunice into their group. “We’re having an interesting conversation. Come join us?
The heiress’s eyes gleamed with excitement. “We were just talking about that big incident in Jelonsburg–you know, where Firefox, the world’s
is top mercenary, accepted the job to eliminate Mr. Ludwig, the legendary warrior. They say she’s already slipped into Clusia undercover
Who do you think she is? And who could she be pretending to be now! Between Firefox and Mr. Ludwig, who do you think is
It seemed like everyone in Jelonsburg was talking about it. The men were obsessed with the thrilling showdown, and even the women’s social circles were buzzing—especially with the world’s most powerful mercenary involved.
Eunice had been feeling upset after Zoe annoyed her earlier, but just thinking about Firefox instantly lifted her mood. Her face brightened as she said. “Both Mr. Ludwig and Firefox are incredible. I really admire Firefox–I’ve always wanted to be a world–class fighter like her,”
She paused, her eyes sparkling. “I can’t wait to meet Firefox in person. I wonder what she looks like…
Little did Eunice know that Firefox, her idol, was actually her sister Zoe–the same person she wanted to get rid of.
Meanwhile, Shawn and Zoe–the two everyone had been talking abour–finally niet in a quiet corner of the Evergreen Hotel’s garden.
Under the moonlight, Shawn gazed down at Zoe, who barely reached his chin, his face stern and unreadable.
Zoe had a stunning Jugure, and her delicate, charming face looked so soft that it seemed like it could melt. To Shawn, she appeared no different from any other girl who had a crush on him for years.
erfect wealthy heiress, every
Zur raised her eyes just a bude. Using the Evans family name as her cover, she had transformed into the perfect detail impeccalde
Zor shyly lined her gaze, stealing two glances at Shawn. “Mr. Ludwig, you came,” she said softly, her voice tinged with disbelief. I wasn’t
Shawn good to one ade his call frame silhouetted in the moonlight. He pulled a note from his pocket and studied Zoe people could slip this tuto my pocket without me nothing, bo tell me why did you want me here?”
“Very few
Zue couldn’t possibly reveal her true motive that this entire charade was meant to kill him.
Adangerous glon flickered in her eyes for just a moment before she quickly composed herself, adopting a shy demeanor,
quiet voice. Tin the Evans family’s heiress. I should have lived in luxury, but my sister Eunice just a chudd. I’ve beer wandering for in
