Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 410

Stephan fixed his gaze on Johanna.

She shrank back, looking absolutely terrified. Her innocent expression carried just the right amount of panic. It was as if she truly had no idea what he was talking about.

Stephan’s expression darkened. “Are you sure you don’t know anything?”

Johanna was on the verge of tears. She hesitated before making up her mind. She bit her lip and admitted, “I… I was involved in this. The rumors about the Fullers are my doing.

“I hired people online and paid the reporters to create unfavorable publicity for the Fullers, but it wasn’t my plan to bankrupt the Fullers. I just wanted them to get the punishment they deserved! All I did was stir up some rumors. I really had nothing to do with the murder!”

Johanna wiped her tears. “Stephan, even if you blame me, I’ll still avenge my brother!”

Her confession moved a few of the men. After all, she was just trying to get justice for her

brother.

work of someone else. Either way, it didn’t seem like Johanna had anything to do

when she cried. The mix of stubbornness

to believe she could

Stephan’s longest–serving subordinate, wasn’t swayed by her tears. He asked, Mr. Russell, should

Stephan said. If he investigated every minor detail, his men would have to work themselves

avoiding an investigation because he trusted Johanna. It was

have someone escort you back to Seldvale tomorrow. Stay with

widened in shock. This was probably the longest sentence Stephan

don’t want to go! I’ll stay here! Stephan, please don’t send me away!” Johanna

it didn’t stop Stephan

new report came in. There was an update about the auction happening this Saturday. Among the items to be auctioned

from the Fullers–a map.

man delivering the news. “Are you

a metal box, waiting for the auction on Saturday!” The man added angrily, “This means the map’s existence is