Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 258

Sylvia's words struck a chord with Eloise. The two exchanged glances, fully aware of the gravity of the situation.

However, Eloise had her own reservations.

"You've got a point, but without proof, it's meaningless. Losing millions worth of gemstones right under our noses-who'd trust me with designing their jewelry after that?"

"Even if I wanted to back you, the others might not agree. Your signature is on the handover documents, confirming the quality of the sapphires. You get what I'm saying?"

Eloise's eyes bore into Sylvia's with intensity.

Sylvia nodded gravely.

Eloise was preparing her for the worst-case scenario: if they couldn't find evidence, Sylvia might end up being the scapegoat, shouldering all the blame.

Sylvia took a deep breath. "I understand."

Just then, Sylvia's phone buzzed. Glancing at the caller ID, a hint of relief crossed her face. She waved the phone at Eloise.

"Looks like I was right."

Sylvia answered the call, hearing Hilbert's voice on the other end.

"Sylvia, I heard there's trouble with the jewelry. Is that true?"

Carmen, can we discuss this

you the location. Just come over." Hilbert

"Alright."

soon as they hung up, Hilbert sent

small, tucked-away diner,

frowned. "You're going to

you have to

Call me

"Will do."

left the office, ignoring the wary stares from her colleagues. She

the private room door at the agreed

a sly smile. "Sylvia, you're here. Come on

greet her, Sylvia deftly sidestepped, pretending to

coat.

Carmen, nice to see you. Let me cover

out a chair and signaled the server to

seeing he was outmaneuvered,

in quite a rush. Is there really a problem with the

pouring Hilbert a cup of coffee

been a bit of an

she offered the cup, Hilbert blocked it with his hand, his

you personally. You even signed for them. I trusted you, and now you're telling me there's a problem, trying to smooth it over with