Chapter 626

Chapter 626

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The word “reward” was heavily emphasized by Lorenzo, carrying an undertone that could easily be perceived as flirtation. Unfortunately, Ella, still bewildered, remained oblivious to it.

Ella asked, “You want a reward?”

She thought, I only asked Stefi for assistance. Stefi must have contacted Mr. Giovanni, and Mr. Giovanni told Lorenzo. Lorenzo is demanding a reward from me and trying to keep the money for himself?”

“Is Mr. Giovanni aware of this?” Ella murmured softly.

She thought, “This is not exactly a commendable behavior; if it reaches Mr. Giovanni’s ears, Lorenzo will undoubtedly find himself in dire straits. And yet, he is daring enough to present such a demand!

Lorenzo scoffed lightly. “Are you threatening me?”

Ella hastily shook her head, thinking to herself, “Threaten you? I’m not seeking my own demise. If you implicate me as an informant, even Stefi won’t be able to protect

eluded her, leading her to lower her head in despair. Lorenzo

money.” Her voice was barely louder than a whisper. She truly was penniless.

nothing with her, and upon finally arriving in Fiorenza, her bag had fallen during the escape. It had

face momentarily froze. Then, with a suggestive undertone, he remarked, “It seems you owe

a debt in the future? Given the current situation, whether my mom can survive remains uncertain. If things go awry, upon my return to Long Harbor, I might find myself

I sought his help. This, in any light,

said, “It doesn’t necessarily have to be repaid in

what should I use to repay you? I truly

hand. Their eyes locked, and Ella felt the mischievous glimmer in his gaze, although she could not

possess that could serve as a

mother.”

first?” Her mind was solely preoccupied with thoughts

regarded her with

Ella fell silent.

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