Return Of The Real Heiress: Secrets And Masks by Caspian Wood

My Billionaire Family 78

Chapter 78

That night, some tossed and turned, finding it hard to sleep, while others had wonderful dreams all night long. Cherise was one of those who had a wonderful dream.

However, early in the morning, before it was even time for a morning workout, the urgent ring of a phone call woke her up.

Glancing at the caller ID, Cherise answered the phone, still sleepy. "Hello, Trent, what time do you think it is?"

"Cherise, I can't sleep. I'm afraid you'll change your mind and not come today," said Trent on the other end, sounding a bit desperate.

Cherise rubbed her eyes. The sky outside wasn't completely dark yet, with only a few distant streetlights faintly glowing. "Don't worry. I promised I'd go, so I will. Go back to sleep now, or you'll end up losing all your hair."

"Okay, as long as you're coming. The event is at 6 PM in the auditorium of Betrico University. Make sure you grab a bite before you come." Trent kindly advised over the phone..

Cherise agreed with a nod and hung up the phone. With Trent's call completely shaking off her sleepiness, she decided to get up and go for her morning run.

At 5 AM in Betrico, the sky still had a sprinkle of stars.

However, the wind was quite strong today, causing the leaves to rustle with every gust.

Cherise still ran along the usual coastal route she took for her morning runs. Maybe it was just too early, or perhaps the wind was too strong today. Usually, there were a few people jogging along the coastline, but today it was almost empty. Thanks to her extensive training, Cherise easily completed her 5-kilometer run. After finishing her run, she found a spot with some steps and did her stretching.

The shoreline was still empty, with only the sound of waves crashing against the rocks in the distance and the occasional call of a few seagulls.

In the next moment, Cherise, who had been feeling relaxed and at ease, suddenly became alert, her eyes filling with a cold intensity. There were footsteps approaching, and they weren't Hugh's.

sure, suggesting they might be as skilled as Hugh, and there

the sound was

intent

two, one, Cherise counted

black athletic gear appeared, tall and muscular, with fierce looks like trained

moment when they saw Cherise. Not only was her appearance stunning, but she was also standing proudly on the empty beach, staring them down and exuding an unexplainable

arts for years would have. But they quickly dismissed the thought; an ordinary woman couldn't have such an

"You

be Cherise, right? We need you to come

with a cold smile on

you, and why

that after just a month in Betrico, she would already

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gotten in someone's

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"We're just doing our job for the money. Come with us quietly and we promise you won't get

I'm afraid I can't go with you, Cherise said calmly,

men exchanged glances, and one of them rushed

hand was about to touch Cherise's shoulder, she quickly grabbed it, twisted it using a

her and struck a point at the back of

skill, gathered himself

her eyes, approached at a steady pace, and when she was just about 19 inches away, she spun around and delivered a strong kick to a point on his abdomen, causing him to spit out a mouthful of blood. Standing over him, Cherise looked down with a fierce gaze. "Who sent

Her attacks weren't heavy, nor were