Never See You Again

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Chapter 313

Zion’s voice was stern. “You did what needed to be done. People like them don’t deserve mercy.”

Maeve knew it all too well. She had shown leniency once when James tried to kill her. And now, with Sharon and James harming Philip, their actions had made a mockery of her kindness.

Zion held Maeve’s slightly trembling hand, his voice uncharacteristically gentle. “Trust me, everything will be okay.“”

He was usually aloof and rebellious, so his tendemess surprised Maeve. Despite his reputation as a ruthless figure, she noticed the subtle gentleness in his eyes, masked by a facade of indifference.

Meanwhile, in Brooks Manor’s study room, Larry reported to Sergio, who was sitting at his desk. “It’s confirmed. James took those photos.”

Sergio watched the footage on his computer. It showed James sneaking out of the hotel room after setting Maeve up. There was no doubt about his guilt.

nothing to do with you. Why did

than see me as a stranger,” Sergio replied calmly. “Go to the Scott Manor and

hesitated. “Mr. Brooks

scandal could jeopardize his position

isn’t something you should do. Let me handle it,” Larry insisted.

him. “I won’t repeat

“Understood, Mr. Brooks.”

the door, Cecilia overheard the conversation and knocked

opened the door and saw her, he frowned. “Ms.

insisted, her voice soft and seemingly innocent. It was a facade that Clara used to fool Sergio. It was no longer the case. He wouldn’t make the same mistake again.

one Mrs. Brooks. If you don’t know your place, I don’t

and stepped inside. “Mrs. Brooks Senior has already acknowledged me as the future Mrs.

a fact.

the rumors about you attempting to kidnap and assault Maeve spreading, we need to show a united front,

was confident her words would sway Sergio. After all, the Brooks family’s century–long legacy was at stake, and she couldn’t believe he’d choose a woman