Chapter 301

All eyes turned to Elijah.

Unfazed, Elijah casually quipped, “Nothing much, just marveling at Captain Maurice’s skill in flattery.”

The implication was a subtle mockery of Maurice’s deliberate praise, and there was a hint of disdain toward Nathaniel.

Locked in a silent exchange of glares, sparks flew between the two men. The air thickened with tension, creating an atmosphere so tense that others dared not interfere.

Sheena tapped the table, reminding them, “Let’s focus on the matter at hand. My time is valuable.

The two men reluctantly withdrew their hostile glances and redirected their attention to the proceedings. Nathaniel scrutinized the documents once more before addressing Melania and Bethany.

“Madam Carver, if you accuse Sheena of being the mastermind, you should present reasonable evidence. If you can’t, I’ll have to release her.”

Melania bit her lip. Yesterday, Sheena’s bodyguards had destroyed all evidence before leaving. Besides Bethany’s injuries and the testimonies of household staff, she had nothing substantial to offer. She had hoped that with connections at the Farlem police station, she could discreetly pin the blame on Sheena.

sudden intervention

exclaimed, “Don’t think that just because you have influential backers, you can do as you please. Your recklessness will catch up with you sooner or later!

with her hair. In response to Melania’s words, she raised an eyebrow and said, “Madam Carver, you’re right. As for when I’ll slip up, that remains uncertain, but the golden days of the Carver family are surely coming to an

was

Carver Group was the fruition of her family’s efforts over generations.

the fact that you took

me to the Carver Mansion as a guest. I found that orange tree appealing and took it as a

hell she would return

devoured all her favorite

Melania insisted,

expensive fruits.

Sheena agreed without hesitation.

was taken aback by her straight forwardness and added, “I want

expensive, and she wanted several times its

and texted John. She then turned to Maurice, saying, “Captain Maurice, Madam Carver wants cash. I’ve instructed the bodyguards to bring the money over. When they arrive, make

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