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

Chapter 1316

Chapter 1316:

Rhys’ lips tightened, a silent acknowledgment of her statement, though he was convinced she would set off anyway.

Harlee knew that Rhys often felt neglected due to her demanding schedule. She tried to soften his mood by tugging at his sleeve, but he turned away, sulking like a child.

Feeling somewhat helpless, Harlee simply leaned against him, thinking back over the past.

“This situation with the Fletcher family needs to be resolved. I owe Paulina for a past kindness, and that red string is a symbol of my promise,” Harlee said quietly, her thoughts tinged with nostalgia. “She came to me with that red string, claiming it represents her only wish. I cannot turn my back on her. Moreover, Serena’s ties to the Fletcher family compel me to act this time.”

While Harlee’s relationship with Serena might not be as deep as her bond with Tonya, their decade-long friendship gave Harlee insights into Serena’s feelings. Past issues didn’t just disappear. The past with the Fletcher family continued to weigh heavily on Serena. Without addressing these issues, Serena would never find peace.

“It’s not difficult to assist the Fletcher family,” Rhys said dismissively. “But why do you have to make a special trip to Vloustin City?”

returning in a few days, adding another layer to consider. Rhys didn’t want Harlee to set off to Vloustin City, a

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of understanding. If she compromised on her principles and avoided difficult situations,

holding Paulina’s hand, tears streaking her face,

an oxygen mask, Paulina seemed to sense Harlee’s presence, making an effort to open her eyes

calmly beside Serena without addressing Paulina

with a

resolute. “Paulina, I’m prepared to assist you, but you need to be completely honest with me about the Fletcher family. Any falsehood will terminate our agreement tied to this red string. Do you understand?” Her words were clear, and her tone was cool, leaving her

listened and then nodded weakly, her breath now

slightly. “Given your delicate health, let’s keep this succinct. I’ll pose the questions, and you respond. For simple answers,

Paulina blinked in compliance.