The Queen They Buried

Chapter 499

“Nina, let’s go. Bowen was asked to stay by the Walton family to discuss some personal matters. Kelvin just messaged me. Looks like they won’t be done anytime soon,” Aubree said, looking down at her phone.

She had interacted with Darius earlier, feigning interest in biotechnology and arranging to talk in more detail later.

Nina agreed without hesitation. Her job was to protect Aubree, so wherever Aubree went, she was right behind.

The two of them left the Walton family estate together.

Carmen watched them go. She didn’t recognize Nina and naturally assumed she was just one of Aubree’s assistants or secretaries. Among Aubree’s group, the only one with any real threat was Vincent. Aubree had already sent him away.

Carmen couldn’t help the joy bubbling inside her and broke into a smile. Aubree, oh Aubree… You’re digging your own grave:

She had originally been thinking of how to get rid of Vincent to ensure nothing would go wrong, but Aubree had done it for her.

“Carmen…” Bryan appeared at her side without her noticing. Carmen quickly pulled herself together. “Daxton, what’s wrong?”

“Nothing.” Daxton frowned. “Just… do you know why Mom and Dad insisted I keep Bowen from leaving the Walton family estate?”

Bowen had been held back by Darius to discuss business. A key reason was that he had mentioned the potential of combining artificial intelligence with medical applications. The concept had greatly inspired Darius, who was now engrossed in conversation with him.

Carmen’s eyes flickered slightly. “I’m not really sure. Maybe they’ve come up with some plan to talk Aubree into returning, and having Mr. Turner around makes it inconvenient.”

Daxton nodded, reluctantly accepting her explanation. He noticed Casper sneaking around nearby, clearly wanting to come over, and his face darkened. “When are we leaving?”

“Later. Bryan still has some things to discuss with the Walton family,” Carmen replied.

Seeing that Carmen wouldn’t leave, Daxton changed the subject as he noticed Casper getting closer. “Carmen, what do you think of Casper?”

Carmen was momentarily stunned. Of course, she knew Casper liked her. He was two years older, and their relationship, honestly speaking, was just regular friends based on the two families‘ long–standing ties.

intentions, but

the mention of Alvin, Carmen thought of how he had been

gaze immediately darkened. He was satisfied

patted her on the head, glancing sideways. The spot where Casper had been

parking garage when Aubree suddenly stopped and felt around

important?” Nina

it to me,”

Turner and Mr. Malone to look for it

car. I’ll go back and ask

got snagged off.

wealthy or powerful. Theft was unlikely.

she got the car and drove to

for entertaining guests, with a

car, just about to take the keys, when a sharp instinct made

quickly ducked down. “Is

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Chapter 499

only five back then, a tiny kid. Now she’s grown up. How could I recognize her? But

is pretty sharp. She actually noticed us just now. The middle–aged

matter how sharp she is, she’s just one person. What can she do? Plus, Mrs. Diamonde arranged people for us. Let’s get this

this job, we’ll be sent overseas. No more

cold.

down, a filthy idea taking root. Their employer said to “take care of her anyway. Since she was going to die, he

handle her myself.” The man sneered and approached

closer. A beautiful spinning kick landed in his

eyes turned vicious. “Don’t remember

revealing yellow teeth, and his smile