Cross My Tigress Face the Wrath

Chapter 52

Yorick had his eye on acquiring Mist Bay for quite some time, a fact well-known among their circle.

But this time, there was a twist - it was for Ursula!

That alone guaranteed Yorick would move heaven and earth to secure it. Failing to do so would be a major blow to his pride.

Ursula stirred the pot with her antics, aiming to snag Mist Bay for herself, oblivious to the intricate web of relationships her actions would tangle. Susanna asked, "And how are you so sure they won't manage to buy it?"

She was dying to see the drama unfold. After all, Ursula and Yorick's predicament seemed like the perfect revenge comedy. Who wouldn't relish that? But the fear lingered that they might actually succeed.

"I heard he's willing to pay triple its market value. Are you sure the owner of Mist Bay won't be tempted?"

Stella replied, "Not a chance!"

"How do you know?"

""Because I'm the owner."

was silence on either side of

was no reason to hide from her.

think there might be something wrong with my ears. What did you just say? Am I going deaf? You're joking, right?" Stella's position within the Larkin family was no secret to Susanna.

annually, ten

how much have you been keeping from me? And here I

voice exploded over the

blocked her card, cursing them for their

a lot to

it involve the family that raised you? It seems they've treated you quite

about was the family

response

more worrying

Stella remained silent.

ten Yoricks couldn't touch you

as Mist Bay was not to be underestimated - not by teno Yoricks,

while until Ronald entered the room, prompting Stella

clad in a bathrobe, his hair still damp from a shower, and with that intense gaze, looked like he'd stepped straight out

tone was deep, clearly displeased with her for not being in bed already. Noticing the untouched glass of milk