Chapter 1590

Ariana remained silent.

Bennett, swelling with arrogance, declared, “I’m the kingpin of the underground scene here in Conata.

Reporting me would be like signing a death warrant.

Ariana maintained her composure, taking a deliberate sip of her soup before speaking.

“Ah, so we’re in Conata? That sheds some light.

I’ve heard whispers about the pervasive human trafficking here.

Bennett’s smile took on a sly edge as he replied, “You have a knack for uncovering information.

But let me be blunt; you’re indeed within Conata’s boundaries.

And trust me, even if you sprouted wings, you couldn’t escape.

Silently, Ariana lowered her gaze and continued eating.

Undeterred, Bennett continued, “I have a grip on everything here, from the skies to the streets.

you can simply run

monologue, outlining Ariana’s apparent

of engaging, Ariana simply

beneath her calm surface, Ariana was sneering, already envisioning what would happen

quietness, Bennett felt an unexpected pang

he asked, “What’s the matter? Cat got your tongue? You were quite vocal earlier, adamant

Now, nothing to say?”

softly and

eyebrow, his smile tinged

like you’ve lost faith in your man, huh? I’ve always said men are fickle, especially your Holden, living

everything he has for a woman and venture all the way here? But I must admit, I want to meet

Bennett a glance, her eyes brimming with tears, her once defiant expression clouded

escaped her eye as she

a prolonged silence, she angrily shoved a piece of meat

“It’s been days… No word from

are right; I’ve lost

in her throat, and she

“You win,” she admitted.

“I surrender.

Ariana with a smile

narrowed his gaze, trying to

so it was surprising she caved

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