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?”

seeking my own demise. If you implicate me

to lower her head in despair.

no money.” Her voice was barely louder than a whisper.

Fiorenza, her bag had fallen during the escape. It had certainly been

words, the amusement on Lorenzo’s face momentarily froze. Then, with a suggestive undertone, he remarked, “It seems you owe me quite a bit.”

mom can survive remains uncertain. If things go awry, upon my return to Long Harbor, I might find myself

sought his help. This,

have to

lifted her gaze. “Then what should I use to

Ella felt the mischievous glimmer in his gaze, although she could not quite decipher its true meaning.

you possess that could serve as a reward; when you uncover

mother.”

I meet my mother first?” Her mind was solely preoccupied with thoughts of her mother.

with a

Ella fell silent.

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