The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 854 Resembles Gwendolyn

Isaac hesitated, then sent someone to deliver Whitney’s belongings to her room before he explained the whole story to her.

When Charles jumped into the sea, all Isaac heard was the sound. He had no idea when Charles had jumped, let alone where Charles had been shot.

“I’m sorry, Mrs. Newton. I was under anesthesia at that time. As for Mr. Newton… I’m not. sure about his condition.” Isaac lowered his head in frustration.

If he had been able to save Charles in time, everything would’ve been fine.

Whitney sat dazedly in the chair, completely at a loss.

She had thought that coming there would allow her to see the person she had been longing. for. Yet, reality dealt her a harsh blow. Not only did she not meet him, but his fate remained unknown to that day.

“Isaac, I want to go find him,” she said.

Seeing the red veins in Whitney’s eyes, Isaac knew she hadn’t been resting well the days.

past

few

“Mrs. Newton, now that Mr. Newton has gone missing, please stay here and rest. If you were to collapse again, I truly wouldn’t have the energy to cope.”

“All right.”

To avoid causing trouble for Isaac, Whitney had no choice but to sit down.

Nightfall came late in Muprary. The local time showed nine o’clock, yet it was only just getting dark.

Whitney sat by the window, remaining there for a full three hours.

Her phone suddenly vibrated. She quickly unlocked the screen, only to find out that the message was just an entertainment news update.

Feeling somewhat annoyed, she tossed her phone aside. Suddenly, it occurred to her that she could reach out to her friends there.

Even a dragon would find it hard to control a snake in its old haunt. Whitney had a friend working there whom she hadn’t contacted in a long time. Although she was not sure if they still remembered her, it was worth giving it a try

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After all, having someone familiar with Muprary assisting in the investigation would simplify things considerably.

Whitney quickly grabbed the phone she had tossed aside, found the person’s name, and dialed their number.

connected quickly. “How rare for you to call me.

urgency as she said, “Lenny, can I ask

“What’s wrong?”

you

for

I’m currently in Muprary, and my… A friend of mine has gone missing

right, send me his name and photo. I’ll have someone keep an eye

of them chatted a little longer but Whitney really wasn’t

was always the

if Charles had

Newton family’s resources, conducting a thorough search of

Charles, Whitney lost all her appetite. She had noticeably

to the

looked at the worryingly thin Whitney and pleaded, “Mrs. Newton, you really should eat something. If Mr. Newton returns

“You go ahead with your work, Isaac. Don’t worry about me. Finding him is

Whitney’s heart increased. She couldn’t pretend

feel right for him to

Jasmine’s video

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the video call

also worry about Charles’

phone, Whitney smiled and said, “What’s up, Jasmine?

that the sky in Muprary is very beautiful. You and my brother are a match made in heaven. Meanwhile, I’m still single. I envy you two. Indeed, a couple in love is just different.” Jasmine’s tone was a

very good. If there’s

to say anything

minute longer, she might not be able to hold back

and stared the starry sky, murmuring softly, “Where are

a woman was taking care of a man who

strikingly handsome. Even with injuries

great.

damp cloth, placing it back on the man’s forehead to help cool him down. She had been taking

a cell phone, a gun, and some sort of computer chips

at the handsome man lying on the bed. Because she knew his

be amazing if such a wonderful man

obey

gaze in thought, a subtle murmur came from

his hand, gently saying, “Are you

melodious voice reached Charles’ cars, he slowly opened his eyes, dazed.

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