The Real Heiress Rules the World

Chapter 406 Guess Who’s Wanted Now

Sloane’s face flushed all the way to her ears; she gave Lucas a gentle push. “Stop it. I’m going to check on Shawn.”

As she left, Jaime leaned closer to Lucas, his voice teasing. “I’m serious–Sloane’s medical skills are top–tier. Ever think about developing her career in Mirevia? I could invest!”

Lucas let out a cold snort. “Don’t even think about it. My Sloane’s gift is for saving lives, not making you money.”

“Come on, you’re really not going to consider it? This is a guaranteed profit,” Jaime pressed, unwilling to give up.

Lucas, annoyed by his chatter, shoved him toward the door. “We’re going to rest. If you’re not tired, go find out what’s happening outside.”

“How am I not tired?” Jaime protested loudly from the hall. “I just risked my life driving!” But the only answer he got was the sound of Lucas slamming the door shut.

“Heartless,” Jaime muttered, rolling his eyes before heading next door to rest.

The next morning, Sloane was still asleep when the pounding on the door jolted her awake.

“Lucas! Something’s happened!”

Jaime pale–faced and holding up his phone. “Big trouble— we’re wanted! The

Group’s second son was kidnapped last night.

the three of

us–to take us

saw the report, her expression darkened. “What do we do now? Shawn still

whoever set this up

deeply. “The poison’s gone, but his body’s badly damaged.

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then, the wail of sirens grew louder from the distance. Jaime darted to

“We split

in resignation. “Fine, fine.

through the back door,” Lucas said as he packed their

he shouted after them, “Hey, wait–you’re not planning to ditch