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

Chapter 1675:

Shifting her position on the sofa, Harlee raised an eyebrow and replied nonchalantly, “Just this morning, during my exercise, he sent several groups of assassins to kill me, but I managed to fend them all off.”

Her casual delivery left Lexus stunned. He had come to ask her for a favor, yet it seemed Gilmore had preemptively tried to eliminate her. If she were to intervene openly, would…

Catching Lexus’ worried glance, Harlee’s lips curled into a mischievous smile, her eyes sharp and defiant.

“Professor Moreno, don’t worry. The assassins he hires can’t kill me. And who said I wouldn’t strike back?”

Lexus’ mouth twitched at her response. It wasn’t typical for someone who had just faced assassins to sound so composed. But since it was Harlee speaking, he believed her. Gilmore had never bested Harlee before.

The next moment, Harlee crossed her legs and smiled casually.

“If I’m right, Gilmore’s probably in the hospital by now.”

She shrugged. Over the years, she’d always exacted swift revenge, never waiting more than half a day.

him out of the loop on these matters, perhaps aware of his

Lexus’ expression brightened instantly.

Will Gilmore be in

smile, Harlee responded,

is where magic

that wasn’t the case now, she would ensure it soon

company in Uwhor and

Harlee instructed Robbie to escort Lexus home.

slipping into her pajamas, Harlee noticed a glass of milk on the table. Was Rhys back? She had thought he’d be tied up all night with the launch of his new company, especially with the cutthroat business rivals in Uwhor. Yet,

toward the door with a penetrating look,

sat down, she heard rustling at the door. Then, with a click, the door

more captivating allure in the dim light. She lay

I don’t recall agreeing

bed, proceeded in the darkness, his voice sultry, tinged