Unfinished Business with You novel

Chapter 1460 Lucian’s Demise

She had promised to protect her, but Lucian wasn’t one to easily compromise.

He squinted fiercely through the lens of his glasses. What is she implying?

He didn't believe Alice had such good intentions, for he didn't believe anyone would sacrifice their own life for someone else's.

Even though Doreen has helped her a lot, she can't possibly sacrifice herself for me, so she must have some ulterior motive. And even though Alice may not be very skilled, she's still much harder to control than Doreen, who can't move at all. Judging by her nervous demeanor now, she still cares a lot about Doreen.

What mattered was that she still cared.

She would still be susceptible to his threats as long as she cared.

Coldly, he said, "No need. If you don't want Doreen to die in front of you, don't bother negotiating with me. Instead, prepare a helicopter for Beatrix."

At that, Albert sneered. "Have you forgotten your daughter is still in my hands?"

"You better let her go," Lucian demanded. "I don't need to kill Doreen. All I need is to slit her, and she'll be on her way to her maker."

Olivia's heart raced, and his words made her fly into a rage. Well, he knows General Bleu's condition like the back of his hand, that's for sure.

"Your daughter's life is still a life. Do you think if you make a move, we won't retaliate? If you both let go simultaneously, I promise Alice won't trouble you."

Lucian snorted. "You? What are you? A thief and an assassin, dreaming of taking the queen's position in Eurosia. I won't recognize you as Avril; you can stop dreaming!"

Olivia chuckled. "That position is only precious to you two. Neither Alice nor I care about it. I'm thinking about you. Look at your current situation. Look at how many snipers are aiming at you. And don't forget, your daughter is in our hands. Even if you hold on, you won't outlast us. Unless you can maintain constant vigilance over General Bleu, one moment of distraction, and you'll be dead."

At that, she exchanged a covert glance with Albert, who replied with a subtle nod.

Lucian had to admit that Olivia had a point. If they continued this standoff, he couldn't leave. Alice wouldn't provide a helicopter. Unless he was willing to completely ignore Beatrix's life and use Doreen as leverage, he might have a slim chance, but Beatrix was his beloved daughter…

He took a deep breath. He knew he couldn't afford to be soft-hearted at this moment. If they continued like this, both of them would surely die.

Moreover, they were soft-hearted, and they wouldn't necessarily harm Beatrix.