Betrayed, Then Back For Blood

Chapter 33

Chapter 32

After playing two rounds of the game, Briar finally got over the shock. She looked up at Brandon and Morton standing by the door.

They were still frozen in place, staring intently at the sleeping Ashton. Briar rubbed her temples. It was late, and she was sleepy.

Morton, observant and meticulous, immediately fetched two blankets and silently offered them to Briar, a clear attempt to please. “Miss

Jennings.”

Briar looked at the blankets in Morton’s hands. She was lost for words for a while. ‘Fine then. I’m just a glorified tool here,’ she thought.

Briar took the blankets and tossed one over Ashton. Her movement was so rough that the blanket landed right over his head.

Fortunately, it slid down on its own, settling into its proper place. Despite the disturbance, Ashton only furrowed slightly without waking. Brandon and Morton breathed sighs of relief.”

Ignoring their dramatic reactions, Briar moved to the other end of the couch with the blanket. She found a comfortable spot, closed her eyes,

and tried to sleep.

A few minutes later, the lights went out. Briar heard the footsteps of Brandon and Morton leaving and then entering the next–door room.

In the dark, Briar stared at the ceiling. ‘Never thought I’d have a moment of kindness like this,’ she mused. ‘Apparently, leaving that brutal environment had softened my heart.’

Despite all the thoughts, sleepiness overwhelmed her. Briar closed her eyes again and finally sank into sleep.

The presidential suite had excellent soundproofing. With the curtains drawn, it was easy to sleep soundly regardless of the time, especially

when one had a soft and comfy pillow.

‘Wait. What pillow?‘ Briar’s drifting consciousness snapped back. She jerked her eyes open, only to see a blur of white—a warm chest clad in

a white shirt.

Briar focused on the distinct logo on the shirt, she was wide

meeting Ashton’s half–lowered hazel eyes.

end up in his arms when I woke up? This

voice was as pleasant

mumbled, rubbing her head and awkwardly looking away. Her eyes landed on the two sitting across the couch, their faces

thank you so much. You’re truly

straight through until 9 o’clock. Nine!” The last part

mean ‘got him to sleep‘? I didn’t, I mean, don’t make stuff

genuinely didn’t possess any sleep–inducing powers. Ashton’s restful night was

the “miracle,” elevated Briar to savior status. Their eyes shone with admiration as

her.

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Chapter 32

Ashton. “Ashton, aren’t you

they might be onto something. It was you

Miss Jennings‘ consultation fee,” Ashton continued, pulling out his phone and transferring

account.

sincerely, “If I need help

She glanced down instinctively–a text alerting her to

my therapist per session. Last night, I slept exceptionally well.

as a straightforward transaction. In this way, Briar couldn’t bring

refuse.

on her lips. Gazing at the screen, she chirped,

and expectant eyes. “If there’s a next

Briar flashed a grin. ‘Who turns down a gig that pays 30

replied

water. “Well, it’s getting late.

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