Chapter 1794 The Deal

I took her hand briefly. It was only a split second, but it felt like I had come in contact with a block of ice. My entire body shivered, but I held it back and forced out a smile. “Ms. Schmidt.”

 

Pursing her lip, Freja glanced at the bodyguard who was pinning my hands behind my back. He promptly left as instructed.

Before I realized what was going on, Freja said, “I’ve heard a lot about you, Ms. Stovall. To be honest, I admire you for your willingness to sacrifice for love.”

Why does that sound like an insult? I flashed an awkward smile and muttered, “You’re flattering me.”

 

“Please, relax. I mean every word I say.” Freja chuckled and took my hand, patting it lightly. She acted as though we were close friends.

However, I felt a chill going down my spine. On such an occasion where we were meeting with brand new identities, anyone would feel uncomfortable seeing how relaxed she was. It felt like my trump card had been exposed in advance.

her legs, she said

 

glanced at Ashton and received

sitting, I looked up to see Freja scrutinizing Ashton and me. Her gaze was narrowed

Even though you’re separated, you look every inch a couple. If we can collaborate, you’ll be known

was trying to butter up to us, but Ashton

all. I’m merely thirsty for talents,” Freja replied. Her smile faded away, but the

rid of the unrealistic notions in your mind. If the Stovall family is that easy to trick,

Ashton wasn’t

work in vain. Though he had retired, his name can still be used as a form of protection

adhering to it for his entire life. They had no

we? There will always be a way,” Freja said calmly, ignoring my presence

“Don’t ask me. You should ask Nathaniel about it.” He sounded like he

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