Under the heiress facade

Chapter 302

Hera knew she had to play it cool. Launching a full–blown investigation for a mole within the department now would only alert the mastermind behind the scenes.

Queenie’s brazen elimination sent a chilling message. There was likely nothing beyond the mastermind’s reach.

“Understood,” Nathan replied.

He grasped Hera’s plan. First, expose the mole. Then, follow the trail to the mastermind. Finally, eradicate all internal corruption and restore the department’s honor!

Hera’s visit was briel. After reminding Nathan to take his medication, she left with a final instruction, “Don’t breathe a word of this to Bernard.” After all, she was supposed to be taking an exam at school.

As Hera approached the elevator, a voice called out. “Ms. Everett? We’ve been trying to reach you! Our director has been eager to connect.”

the approaching figure–Alan, Mildred’s

13 Needles of Death, a feat that even the director

video for further study, the security footage inexplicably vanished, rendering the recording, unavailable.

can I do for you?” Hera inquired.

in his office, and coincidentally, Dr. Shadow is also present. Would you like to meet them both? Just wait a moment, I’ll be right back,” Alan stammered

bolted toward the stairs, rushing to the director’s office to fetch

To solidify her current role,

in full swing when Alan burst in.

Bloom, it’s Ms. Everett! Ms. Everett is here! The

“Dr. Bl

was Mildred’s granddaughter, Alan instinctively

his rudeness, froze upon hearing

she? Take me to her

I apologize. I’ll be back shortly,” Oscar informed Camille before following a hurried