All Her Secrets By Chestnut

Chapter 737 The Fruits

When the job was finally done, Fergus was thrilled. He couldn’t contain his excitement and immediately dialed Atticus’s number.

“Professor Sterling, I’ve finished everything you asked for. Can you arrange my payment now?” Fergus asked.

Hearing Fergus’s words, Atticus replied with disdain in his eyes, “Professor Lynch, I trust you, but it’s not just up to us. I need something to convince my boss before I can arrange your payment, right? How about you wait a couple of days? Once everything’s settled, I’ll wire the money to you right away!”

Fergus had long seen through Atticus’s scheming. He knew it was not easy to take out money from Atticus.

Fergus was well-prepared and confidently replied, “Professor Sterling, check your inbox. Maybe this can help you convince your boss.”

Sensing Fergus’s implication, Atticus immediately opened his email. It contained a video and a blood report. The footage was covertly recorded. It showcased Catherine taking the medication provided by Marshall, and the report displayed Catherine’s blood test after taking the medication.

Seeing the data in the report, Atticus smirked. He finally achieved what he wanted. This was the result he desired.

“Professor Sterling, does the content of this email suffice for your boss?” Fergus’s voice came through the phone, conveying a hint of threat.

and knew Fergus only sought money. Money was the least of Atticus’ concerns, especially as this expense

Lynch, rest assured. Your reward will

joyfully hung up the phone. Yet, his inner turmoil persisted. He had avoided confrontation for years. He aimed to rise unexpectedly. But Marshall unexpectedly stole all his thunder.

believed Catherine alone could lead Marshall’s team to beat the

However, Atticus added

To him, Atticus was a timid person who lacked courage and acted in

Marshall’s team, fell into a trap. With the rest of the

Atticus worrying about not securing the championship

phoned one of his team members and asked about Eamon’s and the others’ situation. Though finding Fergus’s sudden call odd, the teammate brushed it off and

and the others are training as usual. It’s just that the junior student, Marlon, seems

up and asked eagerly, “Have

ill and weak. For him, even standing up is a

his excitement, Fergus made a few perfunctory remarks before hanging up. Once off the phone, he promptly

last backup was out of commission, Fergus was curious to

hospital room, Catherine glanced at the report while casually enjoying the fruits prepared by Branden. She felt comfortable and content. However, her ease didn’t rub off on Marshall

couldn’t emulate Catherine’s composure. In her presence, he didn’t seem like a professor, feeling more like an inexperienced kid.

“Catherine…” Marshall called out.

and offered it to him. ” Professor Hartley,

the seemingly ordinary fruit tasted. It momentarily distracted him and almost made him forget what he wanted to