The Killer Queen by Noella Briony

Chapter 279

Oriana escorted the Lambert family to the grand entrance of Serene Haven’s Phoenix Tower.

Phoenix Tower, the crown jewel of Serene Haven, stood majestically among the rest. Its presence was highlighted by a massive dragon and phoenix fountain at its forefront, dazzling in gold and splendor.

Surrounding it were sculptures of the zodiac animals, each crafted in pure gold!

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Oriana noticed Vincent’s awe–struck expression and couldn’t help but label him a country bumpkin in her mind- utterly unworldly, She figured Noella must be the same.

“These sculptures were commissioned by the Schnabel family to distinguish them from historical artifacts. Made of gold, but really, they’re not worth much.”

Gold, yet not worth much?

Vincent’s understanding of the Schnabel family’s wealth was being constantly updated.

Phoenix Tower was enveloped in lush greenery, with every plant being an expensive specimen. Even the welcoming pine at the entrance was a rare treasure wo

more than a million!

Just by looking, Vincent could tell how valuable the tree was. He once wanted to get a similar one for the

Lambert Mansion, but no one would sell it to him.

Oriana hung around after delivering her guests, curious to watch the unfolding scene.

A car pulled up at the entrance, and Vincent excitedly proclaimed, “That must be Noella returning!”

The car door opened, revealing a pair of slender legs stepping onto the ground, followed by a cascade of silky hair flowing down as the young girl leaned forward. Her face was a mix of cool detachment and an indescribable allure. Despite her youth, she possessed a captivating charm, yet her expression was icy, sending shivers down one’s spine.

Vincent had never seen Noella look so stunning! It seemed the Schnabel family must really cherish their

daughter.

“Noella, oh! Daddy missed you so much!”

Noella frowned slightly. “Vincent? What are you doing here?”

of talk is that? Your mom and I just wanted to see you, that’s all!”

by their discovery of Noella’s real identity, envious of her status. It must have been Briony who contacted them, seeking

for profit.

emerged from the car, eyeing Vincent

these trash still have the energy to show up? They’ve

papers, and now they’re

back for what?”

“It was all a misunderstanding, Noella! The newspaper thing was the housekeeper’s fault; your mom and I would never agree to such a thing!”

“Yeah, Noella, they are still your parents,

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isn’t right.”

made a permanent home for your intestines.

Oriana was speechless.

reminded Oriana of the humiliation she faced in front

Noella!

the truth. Your parents are getting old; it’s you for years. You can’t treat them like this!”

be so heartless.

“Moral blackmail? Sorry, I’m fresh out of morals. If you like these kinds of parents so much, they’re all yours.”

Oriana another

turned away.

entry into Serene Haven, I’ll have to speak with security about this. This girl’s

fountain was strictly Phoenix Tower territory.

Invading someone’s home, wonder how, many years that gets you?”

panicked at Elara’s words. She had always admired the view from afar, never having the chance to step inside. Only because these two claimed to be Noella’s foster parents did Oriana think to guilt–trip Noella, hoping

her escape, leaving Vincent and Belinda stranded.

Phoenix Tower’s grandeur, Vincent and Belinda

in the heart of Imperial City, all for

reasonable for Noella to hand it over to

faces were etched

family’s affairs at the resort, so Noella

glanced back at the persistent Lambert couple. “Noella, should we throw

them in. It’s easier to deal with them indoors. I hate the thought of them sullying the flowers Mother adores.” Noella’s expression was blank, but her eyes were