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

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

"Alright."

as they hung up, Hilbert

a small, tucked-away diner,

going to meet

to venture into the lion's den

me if anything

"Will do."

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

diner, Sylvia knocked on the private

with a sly smile. "Sylvia,

he reached out to greet her,

coat.

nice to see you. Let me cover

a chair and signaled the server to bring

he was outmaneuvered, reluctantly

you're in quite a rush. Is

pouring Hilbert a

of an issue.

cup, Hilbert blocked it with

those over to 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 a