Return of the Crowned Heiress

Return Of The Crowned Heiress 29

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reworks seemed to have exploded in Felicia's mind!

he had indeed said that! But how did Stephan know?

he had been using his name to intimidate the criminals, and if he got mad, he could simply abandon her

this desolate place to fend for herself, ensuring she'd never live to see another day.

alicia shivered, momentarily at a loss for how to smooth things over. Fortunately, the chaotic situation dn't require her to respond.

he gang of criminals intended to go down fighting, but they had to be capable of doing so!

ephan's subordinates were few but highly trained, each one worth a hundred of the criminals. Under uch overwhelming force, there was no doubt the last criminal fell, defeated.

ne of Stephan's subordinates stepped forward, collecting the criminals' weapons and checking each ne for signs of life. After confirming they were all incapacitated, he returned to report, "Mr. Russell, it's I taken care of." tephan acknowledged him with a casual hum, his gaze shifting to Felicia.

or a moment, she didn't react, but then it hit her-she was still in his arms!

Sorry!"

but Stephan had lost his patience. He released her, unceremoniously

her wrapped around him for

landed, holding her backside in silent frustration. Fortunately, the

so she

was turned to Lance and

pickup truck. During the gunfight, Lance and his lackeys had owered behind the vehicle, too scared to

oods!

that point, they might still find a way to survive. Staying put would

chase after them, but with a bullet in her leg, she could only

wasn't interested in dealing with such minions. He turned

up, limping

way to drive away. The only way out was to follow Stephan. he could only hope he was feeling generous

the clearing ahead. Felicia watched as

muster the courage to

subordinates hesitated, unsure whether to stop her.

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exchanged astonished glances,