The Killer Queen by Noella Briony

Chapter 216

Chapter 216

Palmer looked up, his gaze meeting the icy calmness of Master Rainer’s eyes, which held a glint of frost

“You know, Palmer, this girl might not have mentioned it, but we Polaris folks are particular about our turf. Even if it’s of no use anymore. you shouldn’t have trespassed.”

Palmer wasn’t cowed by the warning. He met Master Rainer’s gaze, his voice steady and calm ‘No offense intended, but I’ve got my own matters to investigate Id appreciate your understanding.”

Master Raine, eyed Palmer for a moment, and then, surprisingly, he laughed. “It’s only because of Noella that you dare speak to me like this, isn’t it? Your reputation at the border isn’t exactly stellar”

“You are Noella’s mentor, so it’s only right to show respect.”

As for reputation, the methods of the Abyssal Organization were swift and decisive. In a world ruled by bloodshed, a good reputation

was unnecessary.

Master Rainer was sure that if he weren’t Noella’s mentor, Palmer wouldn’t be nearly as courteous.

The lad was being so obliging probably just to make Noella happy, and Master Rainer found that rather pleasing.

Mizar chimed in, “What’s wrong with a bad reputation? Our boss here doesn’t exactly have the best rep either”

Noella replied coolly, “Rumors. Our organization and my reputation are in good standing.”

“That’s true. Our outfit has achieved a zero–complaint record on all missions. Both clients and fargets have nothing but rave reviews!”

Of course, those who couldn’t give a good review were no longer breathing.

After Master Rainer arrived at the hotel, he turned to Noella. “In the next couple of days, I need to meet an old friend. I’ll get in touch once I’m done.”

“Alright, Пll leave it

it to your schedule.”

Mizar muttered, “Boss, I sneakily glanced at Master Rainer’s phone. He was secretive about it and wouldn’t let me see. I’m going to tail him for the next couple of days!”

“Do as you wish, but don’t expect me to bail you out if you get caught.”

her, Mizar wouldn’t be having an

I think he’s planning to visit Imperial

Imperial University?

meeting with Gamrick?

quickly changed her mind. “Follow

goes sideways, I’ll get you

“You got it!”

car stopped in front of the music store, and Noella pursed her lips as she looked at Palmer beside

“Don’t worry.

out now.

be a bother, and besides, you promised me

slender, cool fingers rested on Palmer’s wrist.

Since he wasn’t in any serious trouble, Noella didn’t press further and stepped

manager, Terrell, hurried to greet them.

the financial reports for our shop are

the

bought by Yvonne in an attempt to challenge Noella, but fortunately, it became

other, and to make things convenient for Noella, Beckett had both offices combined, with a decent–sized lounge

floor–to–ceiling windows offering a clear

her desk as soon as she entered the office.

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masterpieces had reached exorbitant prices, and the store

good. Why not

auction these instruments. We can probably double their prices that way.”

to them, but the nephrite on a zither

said calmly. I remember that the last time I was here, the store didn’t

“You must be mistaken. These zithers are the pride

to

with Noella’s composed gaze, Terrell didn’t panic.

the zither, it was highly unlikely she possessed the expertise to construct one. Zither’s craftsmanship involved intricate details, typically discemible only

follow me, Ms.

with Palmer trailing behind her.

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