The Real Heiress Rules the World

Chapter 403 Nothing Says Hello Like a Gun

Lucas caught onto the key point immediately. “Who’s in charge of the investigation?”

“The Interpol Special Task Force; the team leader’s name is Charlie,” Jaime said in a low voice. “The guy’s got deep connections–rumor has it he’s tied to several of Mirevia’s most powerful families.”

Sloane’s fingers clenched so tightly that her teacup spilled over. Jessica… Charlie… this can’t be a coincidence.

“What’s the Oliver family’s situation now?” Lucas asked, his tone grave.

“Mr. Jeffrey is holding things down at headquarters, but he’s getting old,” Jaime said with a frown. “Though I did hear the second son, Shawn, arranged to meet a few investors tonight at a cafe.”

Lucas and Sloane exchanged a look and instantly reached an unspoken agreement.

Lucas turned back to Jaime. “Thanks for the help today; dinner’s on me next time.”

Jaime wasn’t so easily dismissed. Leaning back, he arched a brow. “You two planning to ditch me and go see Shawn on your own?”

“You said it yourself—the Oliver family’s a mess right now. I don’t want

the table hard enough to make nearby guests turn and stare. Lowering his voice, he ground out, “Back at Dombovia University, how many times did you cover for me? And now you’re

couldn’t help but laugh softly. Lucas rubbed the bridge of his

tonight. I know the place well. But…” His expression darkened. “Word is, someone’s been targeting the Oliver family lately–so

gaze hardened. “What

o’clock.” Jaime glanced at his watch. “We’ve got an hour. But we should

three of them quickly paid and left. The streets of

surface yet hiding

exclusive members–only café. Jaime

suite-‘Serene Pavilion,“” Jaime murmured. “Let’s wait on the second floor

a private room when Sloane suddenly pressed a

to stay put, then took Sloane by the hand and pretended they were heading to the restroom. The moment they

man in gold–rimmed glasses was being pinned to the table by three men in black–one

Lucas grabbed a porcelain vase by the door and