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?"

replied, "Mr. Carmen, can we

the location.

"Alright."

as they hung up, Hilbert sent over

was a small, tucked-away diner, quite

frowned. "You're going

have to venture into the lion's den to

careful. Call me if anything

"Will do."

left the office, ignoring the wary stares from her colleagues. She straightened her jacket, left the studio, and headed

the private

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

greet her, Sylvia deftly

coat.

you. Let

signaled the

seeing he was outmaneuvered, reluctantly sat

quite a rush. Is there really a problem with the

pouring Hilbert a cup

bit of an issue. I came

the cup, Hilbert blocked it with his hand, his eyes

I trusted you, and now