Celestial Queen: Revenge Is Sweet When You’re A Zillionaire Heiress

Chapter 1284

Chapter 1284:

Dario’s presence sparked Noel’s curiosity. “Dario, tell us about your connection with Harlee.”

This question drew Rhys’ and Goodwin’s attention sharply toward Dario. A good story could be revitalizing.

Goodwin chimed in, his interest piqued despite his exhaustion. “How did your paths cross with Mrs. Green? And I hear you’re acquainted with Miss Santos as well. Would you mind sharing that story?”

Tania, overhearing the conversation, adjusted herself in her seat. She had only recently learned by chance that Tonya and Harlee shared a connection with Dario, but the specifics of their relationships were still vague to her. She was eager to learn more.

Dario always enjoyed sharing how he first crossed paths with Harlee and Tonya. At Noel’s question, his energy soared. “I’m an orphan. Ever since I can recall, the Ivory Skeletons in Claelia ruled over me. They mistreated and enslaved women and children. Those days were even darker than today.”

creased. “Darker

was utterly alone. To get by, I endured extreme degradation. In those days,

his eyes. That place resembled a waking nightmare, where those deemed worthless endured a

rescue you from that

and taught us survival skills. Anyone struggling to abandon their barbaric ways received firm correction from Harlee and Tonya. Often, a mere

on, his expression growing intense. “Was Harlee injured?” His

“I’m not sure.” He was not in a position to ask about Tonya’s and Harlee’s

they have noticed much? They had only just won back their freedom. Plus, knowing

his worry stemmed

in silence, dreading that Harlee might question her about this episode. The

and turned his attention to the fire, staring at it in silence. The

eager to chat more, held back his words and