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

Chapter 628

Chapter 628

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Stella’s face twisted with ferocity and rage as she led the guards to the open lawn in front of the villa. They were searching frantically, their expressions grim.

Stella knew the security here was top–notch, the highest level in the Walton family’s secret bases. There was no way Claire could slip away

It was impossible and unacceptable. If Claire managed to escape and find Arthur, Stella couldn’t bear to think about the

consequences.

“Listen up, everyone! Search every single corner of this island, especially the shorelines. We can’t let her escape. Move it! If you can’t find her, I’ll hold each and every one of you accountable. None of you will get off easy!”

Stella’s voice boomed, and the response was a chorus of “Yes, ma’am!” that almost drowned out the thunder.

The island was swarming with bodyguards, just as Lydia had said.

They began a thorough, sweeping search, combing through every inch of the island.

Meanwhile, Ryan was leading Claire’through the overgrown path, using a small knife to clear the way. The dense underbrush was a hazard; one wrong step could lead to a painful injury.

But both of them were experienced with outdoor navigation and made quick progress. Soon, they reached the end of the narrow trail.

Suddenly, they heard faint rustling at the end of the path.

Ryan and Claire’s alertness kicked in. They stared ahead, holding their breath, trying not to make a sound.

But then Claire spotted something–or someone–and her voice trembled with excitement and relief. “Hank, Mommy’s here! It’s Hank, right? And Leo, I see you guys.”

The four people at the end of the path were just as surprised and relieved. They whispered back, “Claire, is that you? What a coincidence! We haven’t even started searching yet, and here you are.”

Claire and Ryan emerged from

sides were visibly

really worried about you. She wanted to come herself, but we all thought it was too risky. We debated, and

trouble. I need to call Boss and let

you, Lydia. It’s a good thing Cherise didn’t come; I would have given

of acknowledgment, Ryan said, “Let’s move. We can talk once we’re off this island.”

quickened their pace, eager to leave the danger

where their speedboat was docked, Leo spoke up, “The speedboat is just ahead. Let’s stay low and

“Let’s go!”

planned. As soon as they finished speaking, a horde

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tightly surround them with

now seemed far from easy

was none other than Stella, who had just attempted to murder Claire.

still

unfazed, as if

on the other hand, looked visibly uncomfortable, likely due to

she was genuinely shocked. “Lydia? So you brought

she continued, “And you, you’re not one

at your age, shouldn’t you just find someone to marry and settle down? Why are you always

she looked at the people before her–those who

actions would be exposed, and she

couldn’t risk being disgraced in front of those she cared about.

teeth, she shouted, “Everyone, all of you who answer to my mother, Mrs. Walton, listen up! None of them are leaving. I want them all dead here! Afterwards, I, Stella, will reward you

the others immediately became extremely vigilant, surrounding Claire in the middle.

when the chaos starts, you run towards the speedboat. It’s like driving a car. My people are waiting on the island about ten miles to the right

I’m not a coward. We leave

been on this island long enough. Let’s get this started.”