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 discuss

sure. I'll send you the location. Just come over." Hilbert

"Alright."

they hung up,

was a small, tucked-away diner,

"You're going to meet him

you have to

careful. Call me

"Will do."

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

knocked on the

spotting her, stood up with a sly smile. "Sylvia, you're here. Come

to greet her, Sylvia deftly sidestepped, pretending

coat.

you. Let me cover this

a chair and signaled the server to

outmaneuvered, reluctantly sat

Is there really a problem

up, pouring Hilbert a cup of coffee

been a bit of an issue. I came to apologize

it with his hand, his

those over to you personally. You even signed for them. I trusted you, and now you're