Reborn to my engagement night by Baxter Walters

Chapter 238 We Cannot Waste Our Efforts

Madelyn’s eyes lit up in an instant. “Really?”

Finished

That said, she also knew there was no such thing as a free lunch, so she quickly composed herself before continuing. “State your terms, then. Don’t worry, I won take your information for nothing”

To her surprise, Septimus laughed and casually tossed is cards onto the table. “Terms? You’re not even qualified to negotiate with me.”

“So, what do you want?”

“I’ve never said I wanted anything in particular,” the man said smilingly. “I’m simply interested in you and want to lend a hand. As for the terms and conditions, I let you know when I’ve thought of them.

Upon hearing that. Septimus‘ subordinates displayed.stle changes in their expressions.

Their boss had never treated a woman like that before, so there was no doubt that Madelyn had truly piqued his interest!

“That won’t do, Madelyn retorted, throwing her cards down defiantly. “You need to lay out the terms first. What if you wanted me to do something heinous like murder? There’s no way I’ll be a part of that.”

“Do you honestly think I’d do such a thing?” Septimus scoffed, his tone full of disdain.

“Well, who knows? You can’t judge a book by its cover. Some people may appear kind and respectable, only to reveal themselves as wolves in sheep’s clothing, Madelyn answered. Despite the smile tugging at her lips, there was no mistaking the distrust in her eyes

“Hey woman, you’d better watch your words when speaking to Mr. Septimus!” one of Septimus‘ loyal subordinates bellowed, ready to charge at Madelyn.

Fortunately, Septimus shouted at him just in time to stop him in his tracks.

With that, Septimus had no choice but to clear his throat and continue, “Miss, I assure you that I have no ulterior motives. My only wish is to befriend you. Isn’t it perfectly normal for friends to help each other? Moreover, I promise I’ll never ask you to do anything immoral.”

undoubtedly sincere and added

somewhat swayed. She exchanged a knowing glance with Josiah, only to see the man shake his head, clearly wanting her to stay out

how could she expose Eunice’s true colors if she

they had already made so much progress, she couldn’t possibly let their efforts go

Septimus had been tailing her, which was rather off–putting, he hadn’t done anything excessive. At the very least,

somewhat trust the man before her, Madelyn finally conceded. “All right. I’ll have to trouble

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We Cannot Waste

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hesitate hy longer. She opened her bag

said before placing the brown medication packet on the table

medicine and opened it. A flash of astonishment instantly thekered in his eyes, but it vanished as quickly

idea of what the man knew. The medicine must have originated from the casino!

you investigating this?” he asked. “Does it have

as though he were guarding against Madelyn

I’m investigating it is because someone obtained this drug from the black market and harmed my loved one! I believe anyone in my position

hearing that. Septimus

it seemed he had been overthinking. Then again, he also realized

is, huh?” he replied with a smile.

“But what?”

with information. You now want me to go ont of my way for you, which wasn’t part of our deal. Even though we’re friends, I’m not one to lend a hand easily, especially when I know nothing about you. It wouldn’t be right for me to help you like this unless you have something equivalent to offer in exchange… Septimus explained before grinning

always known that the man would never

heard that someone sabotaged the security system of the

Septimus felt a chill run down