The Deadly Assassin Robin by Tristan Storm

Chapter 36

Chapter 36

Chapter 36 What Is He So Proud Of

Before Alice could say a word. Vera quickly rushed over

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"Ms. West, it's such an honor to meet you. We really admire you and just wanted to say a quick hello. Sorry to interrupt!"

With that.

she immediately pulled Alice away.

Vera, what are you doing? I finally got my chance to talk to Ms. West! Why did you drag me off like that?"

They had barely made it a dozen feet when Alice angrily shook free from Vera, glancing back toward Daphne, who was already surrounded by a crowd.

Are you out of your mind? Alice, didn't you notice how respectful Ms. West is toward Robin?" Vera asked seriously.

Alice narrowed her eyes, watching Daphne and Robin from afar. "That sneaky guy-he must've done something to trick Ms. West!"

"Alice, can't you be a little more realistic? Vera sighed. Even if Daphne was fooled by Robin, do you think telling her now would change her mind?

"She'd probably just think you're badmouthing him, and then you'd be in trouble. Everyone in Harmonfield knows what happens if you cross the queen of Violetcrest."

Alice finally quieted down, feeling a shiver of regret over her impulsive behavior.

"Vera, you're always looking out for me. I got distracted, all because of that obnoxious Robin."

Moving through the crowd, Alice was surprised to see Daphne accept a towel from Rita, and then hand it over to Robin with respect.

Just then, Shirley arrived, watching as Daphne and a group of elegant maids and guards all gathered. around Robin. A flicker of something unreadable passed through her eyes.

After wiping his hands, Robin passed the towel back to Rita, while Daphne stepped forward to brush dust off his jacket and adjust his slightly askew tie.

Seeing him take it all in stride, Shirley abruptly pushed Rita and the maids aside, linking her arm with his and steering him toward the elevator.

"Why are you dragging me? Let go of me," Robin grumbled, feeling disoriented by Shirley's sudden move.

for permission-she just did

followed them, jogging

like he was

momentarily stunned but quickly gathered themselves and followed, the maids and guards trailing

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Is

banquet hall on the 29th floor of the Violets Common

women, each

Ms. Dunn competing with

do to

a distance. Alice watched in one

was happening? Was

unemployed drifter with no backgrounder job have

everyone be mer?

kind of charm had he used to

beauties

Vera was equally surprised

his confidence. There had to be

he

1. c.

he fools them now it's still just trickery! One day everyone will

stop making things up in your

Tri not imagining anything. Robin is the kind

as tough as Sean does he really need to

not wealthy now, with his skills, he can still hold his own with the

a disapproving look. Why do you always defend

it," Vera replied. "But stop overthinking things. Whether Robin is a fraud or genuinely talented, it shouldn't matter to you anymore. You two already broke up,

forget, it was you who called

snorted. "I'm not holding any grudge! Even if he does have some talents, so what? He's just a

unfair that he managed to deceive Ms. West

"Alice, even if things didn't work out between you, you should remember that his grandfather once helped your family. It wouldn't hurt to wish him well. It's not right

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