Chapter 881:

Typically, Freya’s headstrong nature would have compelled her to walk away without a second thought after such treatment.

But her current mission required she keep Kristian emotionally stable until Lawrence’s return, which meant taking a different approach than direct confrontation.

“Ms. Briggs…” Gerard’s voice wavered with clear unease.

With methodical precision, Freya pulled the master key card from her pocket. She bypassed the courtesy of knocking entirely, swiping the card and pushing the door open with unwavering determination.

Gerard raised his eyebrows in mild surprise. When had Freya gotten that card?

A flicker of delight crossed Kristian’s face when he saw her enter, but he quickly masked it with a cold expression. “Is this how the Briggs Group ensures security in its hotels? Letting anyone waltz in with a master key?”

“Do you want to switch hotels?” Freya replied, her calmness unsettling. “I’ll cover the cost.”

left speechless by her pragmatic offer. Was money really the issue

control of the situation

don’t want to see you,” Kristian retorted impulsively, the

forward until they were close enough to feel the warmth of each

pulse quickened unexpectedly. Though uncertain of her intentions, his gaze involuntarily drifted to her flawless skin. From this close proximity, he could

at

of her so near him strangely dissolved the anger that had been

Kristian asked, struggling to maintain his composure as his gaze remained fixed on

remained silent. With surprising dexterity, she reached for his

bewildered Kristian and

brief moment, both men entertained the thought that Freya might

knew her too well—she would never resort to seduction as

Freya had already secured the tie

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