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    "Is the Pierce Corporation still under her control?" I asked a crucial question. I believed As wouldn''t just sit idly by after waiting for so many years. "Yes, but she has established many invisible teams within thepany. That''s why I''m investigating the mastermind behind it. But that doesn''t stop me from taking action here. If I can lure her into my trap, I can pull out the mastermind."


    "Do you have a target then?" I asked As. Knowing him, he wouldn''t be so bold without a clear target or if he wasn''t certain about this.


    He smiled charmingly. "Of course I do, but it''s not confirmed yet."


    "Who is it?" I immediately pressed.


    As tightened his grip on me, then whispered a name in my ear. I was stunned, stopping in my tracks to look at him.


    The name shocked me. How could it be possible?


    "Are you surprised?" He looked at me.


    "I can''t believe that..." I couldn''t finish my sentence.


    He pulled me close and continued walking. "Many things are unexpected, aren''t they? We can''t judge a book by its cover."


    "How are you so sure it''s him?" I asked in confusion.


    "The timing. Everything that has happened since my father''s return is rted to him," As said confidently. "Anything could happen."


    I couldn''t help but admire As''s meticulousness. He wouldn''t overlook any detail.


    I told him about my previous feelings toward this person. As scoffed, pinching my cheek and saying, "When someone does something, they''ll always leave traces behind."


    "I can''t imagine a person like that could be associated with a notorious fugitive." I shuddered at the thought.


    "The more evil they are, the more they use kindness as a mask," As said calmly.Property ? 2024 N0(v)elDrama.Org.


    "No wonder Celine called you back right now. She wants to cover up her tracks, buy time, and take advantage of your absence to act," I spected boldly.


    "She''s just trying to be clever," As said indifferently. "But I have a strong team."


    "What time are we meeting her tomorrow?" I asked.


    "We''re meeting her for dinner," As replied. "But don''t worry, I''ll make sure you have time to explore our home properly."


    "I feel better after hearing that," I said casually.


    He smiled contentedly. "Of course. I know what you''re thinking."


    We continued our stroll until dusk fell, and he led me back to the room, saying, "Rest for a while."


    "Mm." I was a little tired. Iy down on the bed, saying, "Call my mom. She should share our joy."


    "Sure thing." As readily agreed, looking excited.


    The nurse said that he smiled more now and was even warmer.


    Just then, his phone rang. He checked the screen and pointed outside, saying, "You make the call. I need to attend to something."


    "Okay. Don''t stay up toote," I said softly.


    He smiled gently. "Got it, wife. I''ll do whatever you say."


    "Then go quickly. The sooner you go, the sooner you''ll be back," I urged. I knew he would lose track of time once he got busy. Besides, we couldn''t let our guard down,


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    especially since our opponent wasn''t


    Celine, but the mastermind


    controlling her, who was likely a


    high-level yer.


    "After you''re done with the call, get some rest." He leaned down to kiss me before reluctantly leaving the room.


    Iy on the bed, staring at the ceiling, thinking about the person As had mentioned. It was chilling to think about. Everything seemed premeditated. If something really happened... I couldn''t bear to think about it.


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    After a while, I checked the time. It must be dinner time back home. found the phone and called my mom, and she answered immediately.


    She excitedly called out, "Hey, Chloe!"


    Before I could speak, there was a knock on the door.