Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress

Chapter 1738: Be bothered with a smile

Meanwhile, at the Homeland Security Headquarters...

Mint sat at the end of the oval table in the private conference room. Surrounding her were some of the most prominent figures in the justice system: the Chief of Police, a Secret Service Representative, a Military Representative (Hugo), the Director General of the Security Service, and even delegates from Interpol.

Leaning forward, Mint rested her arms on the edge of the table, her expression stern. Around them, the glass walls of the room gradually tinted to black. Just before complete darkness fell, the interior lights flickered on—sealing the space in secure isolation.

"Let’s begin."

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[Prime Group: CEO’s Department]

Teddy was typing at his computer when his fingers paused. He glanced up over the top of his monitor, eyes landing on Hayley.

She looked a little haggard, massaging her neck while struggling to focus on her task.

To Teddy, Hayley was the type who rarely messed up. Confident and efficient, she made everything seem easy—but without arrogance or pretense. She always had things under control. It wasn’t like she would admit something challenges her, but she often look so distress about it.

Which is why her current restlessness raised a red flag.

Still, Teddy said nothing.

He stood up quietly and made his way to the pantry. When he returned, he was holding two cups of coffee. One for himself—and the other...

"Huh?" Hayley blinked as the scent of coffee reached her. She looked down to find a cup placed near her keyboard. Slowly, she looked up right into Teddy’s eyes.

Across the room, Shawn paused too, noticing Teddy standing near Hayley. Though he hadn’t voiced it, he’d also been quietly worried about her. It was very obvious that Hayley had something else in mind, after all.

Teddy leaned against the side of her desk. "You okay?" he asked. "You seem... off."

let out an awkward laugh, straightening her back.

you should let Miss Penny know. I don’t think she’ll

smile but

who told me to come in to avoid suspicion,’ Hayley thought, keeping it to herself. ’Even though clearly,

to take to the grave. They had to, if they still want to live outside of prison. Penny might’ve told

"I—"

"She’s fine."

a voice came from

Patricia strolling

boyfriend now," Patricia said lazily, shooting a look at her two male coworkers. "They’ve been busy day

that, Patricia continued on her

exchanged looks, raising their eyebrows as understanding dawned on them. Hayley, meanwhile, fought the urge to sink into

wouldn’t have minded people thinking her exhaustion came from

Or maybe,

concern evaporated instantly, and Shawn

and stepped away. "Take a short break and get your

glare as he walked off, acting like he

energy, she’d have

think Teddy’s right," Shawn said more gently. "Just breathe for a bit. Enjoy the

voice carried quiet

Hayley sighed, picking up the coffee Teddy had brought her. She took

coffee machine slowly fill her cup in pure

against the counter beside her, resting her hands on the

isn’t your first time dealing with

Hayley. It would take time before she could

it was her first time nearly killing someone. But it wasn’t her first time almost getting