Never See You Again

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Chapter 429

“I want nothing to do with him,” Mason replied.

“But he’s worried you might challenge him for the family inheritance,” Maeve countered.

Maeve knew exactly what Conner was thinking, Initially puzzled by his relentless pursuit from Lentimas City to Seathburn in search of Nathalie, she now understood there was more at stake.

Maeve patted Mason on the shoulder. “Conner likely sees you as a threat in disguise. You need to watch your back. He won’t hesitate to act against you.”

“What if I tell him that

“It won’t work.” Maeve calmly interjected.

“You didn’t choose to be bom an illegitimate child, but your mere existence threatens his position, Conner won’t tolerate any risk to his power. No matter what you say, he’ll trign friendliness while plotting against you.”

Mason fell silent. He had never wanted to be entangled in this mess. All he ever wanted was to dance and pursue his own career.

Seeing Mason’s troubled expression, Maeve offered, “Here’s an idea. Meet me tonight after practice. I’ll make a proposition. If you agree, I can guarantee Conner will leave you alone.”

aback. He remained skeptical and asked, “Do you have

forget it. I’m

“Tonight at 8:30 pm, we’ll

in without catching the specifics, hurried over to Mason after Maeve departed, “What were you discussing with that Scott

“Nothing..”

him. “I was watching you two! You were standing so close! You were practically inseparable!

“Did you hear

“Nope.”

fueling his anger. “Seriously? Are you keeping secrets

He rubbed his temples and

jerk! How

outburst caught the attention of the other trainees, who

dating someone?”

And why didn’t anyone

he’s been distant to other women.

he dating Maeve?”

clenched her fists with a grim

ey heart?