Chapter 242 Out of Court

In a circle around Kate, a group of individuals spoke in a tumultuous chorus.

“It was Leslie who led us into this. We were in the dark; we merely followed her bidding!”

“Is this unlawful? Had I known, I’d never have engaged. I do apologise!”

“Yes, indeed, it’s all Leslie’s doing. We were just her puppets.”

Kate regarded these swiftly contrite souls with a cold gaze, her eyes icy and impassive.

It was evident that the Leslie they mentioned was the one taken away by the constabulary, the most vocal instigator and the woman who had turned to violence.

“Ms. Lowe, we never intended to defy you purposely. By the by, Leslie claimed she knew your establishment lacked surveillance, hence our impudence. Apparently, someone dismantled it.”

The group cast wary glances at Kate, none desiring imprisonment or a mark on their records over these trifles, especially under Leslie’s influence.

“And what else do you know?” Kate’s indifferent gaze swept over them, her tone even cooler.

“Leslie was quite ordinary before, but of late, she’s flush with cash, squandering it freely. Her funds must be from shady sources!”

Since Leslie is unwed and

Ms. Lowe, shall I escort you there to find

Forester sighed wearily, massaging his brow. He hadn’t anticipated their

inquired softly, “Ms. Lowe, how do you wish

HN Studio, no substantial harm had been wrought. Fundamentally,

a private resolution, they would be compelled

them.”

Mr. Forester nodded.

Kate’s permission for them to depart granted, the group dispersed

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