Mistaken Match: Marrying the Enigmatic CEO by Ruby Fennimore

Chapter 2206 Calm Before the Storm!

“Quintus…” Libby watched his retreating back, a hint of disappointment in her expression.

She just couldn’t understand–why did Quintus always reject her so harshly?

“Is it because I’m not pretty or curvy enough?”

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Libby sighed to herself. She had heard that men liked beautiful women–the more attractive and curvier, the better. Maybe she needed to change her style to get Quintus‘ attention…

Meanwhile, Quintus led his team to Ken’s residence, only to find the place much quieter than expected.

“Where is everyone?” Quintus, always hot–tempered, immediately grabbed Ken by the collar. “Didn’t Mackenzie tell you to gather the West End representatives? Where are they?”

“Calm down, General Quintus! Let me explain!” Ken quickly

ised his hands, signaling for him to hold off.

“Hmph, then start talking!” Quintus warned. “I don’t have Mackenzie’s patience. You already betrayed Teddy Tanner once–what’s stopping you from betraying Mackenzie next?”

Solana, who Emmanuel had sent to assist Quintus, couldn’t help but smirk. For a guy who looked like a brute, Quintus actually had some sharp instincts.

There was an old saying–betray someone once, and no one will ever trust you again. Even though Ken had ultimately helped their side, he had switched loyalties so many times along the way that it was impossible to tell where his true allegiance lay.

Ken gave a bitter smile. “General Quintus, do you think I’m an idiot? Now that Tanner knows I’ve turned against him, he’ll stop at nothing to eliminate me. My only chance of survival is by sticking with Ms. Quillen!”

wanna ‘stick‘ to Mackenzie?” Quintus‘ expression darkened as he yanked Ken

pale

in to explain. “General Quintus, you’ve got it all wrong! Ken didn’t mean it that

intimidating glare. “Enough nonsense. Get those representatives together. I’m responsible for. escorting all of you safely

trip?” Ken cut straight to the point. “Do you think it was easy for me to convince these representatives to come here? The real concern

eyes. “What do

“I delayed gathering everyone because I was waiting for Mackenzie to send protection. Now that you’re here

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built an extensive network

nodded in agreement. “That’s right! And even if Teddy’s men aren’t enough, he has the money to hire assassins. You know how rugged the terrain

send men to

Quintus,” Ken said. “You’ll need to personally escort each representative from their respective cities. That way, we can prevent them from traveling alone through the mountain roads. There are still four days

to the bone!” Frustrated, Quintus

trembling in fear, but still mustered the courage to ask,

look like Magnus Zelinsky to you? I don’t have that many clever ideas. If you

yes!” Ken stammered, properly

off with Ken to carry out the plan. By the end of the day, they had successfully retrieved

Zovince, Emmanuel and Mackenzie received updates from West End.

that she

her voice laced with concern. “I’ve spent the entire day running the numbers and analyzing the situation. With the West End representatives on our side, I might have a slight lead in votes now. That means Tanner doesn’t need to cause mass casualties–he only needs to eliminate

that while things are quiet in

since my grandfather is leading our side there, I’m worried

her. “I already sent Albin to protect them, and Eve is also in Nuthana. Your grandfather will be fine. Besides, he’s been through more storms than any of

himself.”