The Killer Queen by Noella Briony

Chapter 191

Yates’s eyes sparkled with intrigue at his secretary’s words. “But she’s just an adoptee, what a waste.

“Sir, an adoptee is still a daughter of the Schnabels, and a cherished researcher at that,” the secretary reminded him.

Yates stroked his chin, his face a canvas of schemes. “Two daughters, and this one has little value. But if something were to happen to that annoying one, wouldn’t she become the sole heiress?”

Yates was angling for a lucrative alliance with the Schnabels, and he knew he had to pick the most profitable match. Only as an only child could she inherit the undivided wealth of the Schnabels, allowing him to clinch an absolute victory in the inheritance battle of the Grubers.

If Ms. Schnabel wasn’t the right fit, he could always set his sights on another Ms. Schnabel!

“Make the arrangements. Such a trifle should be well within your capabilities.”

“Yes, sir.”

Outside the Gruber mansion, Master Hector waved at Noella. “Noella, Yasbel and I will head out to make some preparations. See you tomorrow!”

Noella nodded. “Stay safe. The Grubers might do something.”

Master Hector dismissed the concern with a casual wave, clearly not intimidated by the Grubers. “Don’t worry, I’d be disappointed if they didn’t try. The Grubers think they can. cause me trouble? Hmph!”

Years of dealing with the rough–and–tumble of the gemstone world had seasoned Master Hector well.

Lucian chuckled. “Your life’s get leaper by the day. The Grubers are no threat. It’s the

Shadow Dragon Society behind them that plays for keeps.”

“I don’t care if it’s dragons or snakes; they all bow down before me!”

Lucian’s steely gaze rested on Noella, suggesting, “Take care of yourself… and when Elara has a moment, have her come see me. I hold her dear!”

Noella understood Lucian’s hint. “I’ll let her know.”

Watching Master Hector and Lucian leave, Malvina idly played with her hair. “Noella, darling, knowing Yates as I do, you and your sister better watch your backs.”

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will, thank you?

contact info, please!”

easiest time with the Grubers, Noella agreed, and

Rest assured, as long as I’m around,

“She’s no concern

Yvonne was a mere

were ties, I’d have to be more careful dealing with

you please.”

Noella’s response was

Palmer was still beaming with joy.

just a piece of emerald, Mr.

his eyes gleaming as they settled on Noella. “I’m just assessing the relationship between my fiancée and

Type emerald, along with Yasbel treating Noella with such respect… If he wasn’t mistaken, the Gemstone Gambling King had a close connection with his little lady–perhaps Noella was the

fiancée was a treasure, but the thrill of uncovering more of her secrets

cherish her even

was quite active in Northstone, and coincidentally, you were there at the same time, weren’t you?”

was just a

not one to believe in luck, my dear.

wouldn’t you agree?”

put stock in luck; while buying lottery tickets might require a stroke of

someone lucky usurped

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“Those years

the Geinstonedambling King

King’s movements, which nerity matched the scope of activities of

gave him a aldelong glance. “And your point is7”

you’re pretty amazing, Noella. As a reward, I’ll take

Palmer, she suddenly asked, “Palmer, don’t you have

the Pollack Group, one would think he’d be swamped with work, yet he always seemed to find the time to share meals with her.

drowning in it! But what’s the point of all that busy if I can’t make time for my thoughts of you and being with you? Noella, you

politics within the Group, the undercurrents roiling through the

Palmer dropped Noella back at Schnabel Manor and watched her ascend the steps before driving off.