Reborn to my engagement night by Baxter Walters

Chapter 238 We Cannot Waste Our Efforts

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

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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.”

and added an inexplicable sense of credibility.

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

colors if she didn’t get

risks to achieve her goals, and since they had already made so much progress, she couldn’t

rather off–putting, he hadn’t done anything excessive. At the very least, he had given her a choice

somewhat trust the man before her, Madelyn finally

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her bag

me see if you recognize this medicine, she said before placing the

A flash of astonishment instantly thekered

had a pretty good idea of what the man knew. The medicine must have originated

“Why are you

cautious, as though he were guarding against Madelyn

chuckle. “Oh, it has everything to do with me. If I’m not mistaken, you’re also aware that this is an illegal drug, right? The reason I’m investigating it is because someone obtained this drug from the black market and harmed my loved one! I believe anyone in my

hearing that. Septimus

was an investigator sent by the police, but it seemed he had been overthinking. Then again, he also realized that with her dressed like a female bandit, it would be strange if she were from the police.

he replied with a smile. “Okay I can

“But what?”

me to provide you 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

always known that the man would never help her without expecting something

a moment, she spoke up. “I heard that someone sabotaged the

that, Septimus felt a chill run