Chapter 320
Chapter 320
Athena remained motionless, her icy gaze fixed on the matron.
Though Athena seemed nonchalant on the surface, she had already mapped out every turn of the route in her mind.
She was certain that if she stepped into that room today, there’d be no coming out unscathed.
“Why aren’t you moving?” the maid urged, a flicker of anxiety crossing her face as she saw Athena hesitate at the doorway.
Athena smiled. “I seem to have dropped my hairpin on the way here. I have to go back and look for it p>
With that, she immediately turned and started to head back.
The matron swiftly blocked her path. “No need to trouble yourself, Your Ladyship, I will send someone to look for it. The party is about to begin. You should go change your attire now p>
Athena’s lips curled into a faint smile as she locked eyes with the matron. “Why are you so eager to get me into this room p>
Athena’s razor–sharp gaze sent a chill through the matron.
Forcing herself to steady her nerves, the matron replied calmly, “You do love to joke, Your Ladyship. This is the princess’s domain. What possible danger could lurk here p>
The matron believed that she was perfectly composed, yet Athena detected the flicker of panic in her eyes.
With a swift flick of her wrist, Athena sent knockout powder drifting from her sleeve.
The matron barely had time to react before her strength ebbed away and she crumpled to the ground.
“You…” The matron stared at Athena in horror, her tongue growing leaden as she struggled to form words.
Athena let out a soft chuckle before turning to leave.
Just then, a bone–chilling laugh cut through the air and reached Athena’s ears. “Well, well, Miss Monson… since you’ve come all this way, why the rush to leave p>
Suddenly, a group of armed men stormed in from outside, led by none other than Wade Mcgee, who hadn’t been seen for days.
A malicious glint flashed in Wade’s eyes as he regarded Athena with predatory intent.
Athena had only met Wade once before at the Mcgee family.
He went looking for trouble with Ferris and tried to make advances on Athena, but ended up being thoroughly put in his place.
Athena had poisoned him, leaving his body riddled with boils.
Apparently, his boils had barely healed before he was back to his wicked ways.
Athena stood her ground, calmly assessing her surroundings.
The courtyard was packed with his men, clear proof this was a premeditated move.
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Chapter 320
Wade must have gotten the nod from Lizzie to act so boldly.
Athena thought, ‘Has he come for revenge today p>
Athena kept her composure and didn’t fight back, quietly weighing her chances of escaping Wade.
Given her skills, escaping from so many men was clearly impossible.
Now, there was only one option left.
‘ I’ll have to use myself as bait, then look for a chance to escape,’ Athena thought grimly.
“Mr. Mcgee, what on earth are you up to?” Athena feigned a look of fear, taking two cautious steps backward.
She played her part to perfection, not a single crack in her facade.
‘She’s just a frightened little girl. Hardly a threat,‘ Wade thought.
Wade’s expression relaxed into a contemptuous smirk. “What else would I be doing? Clearly, I’m smitten with you, and I am here to propose a… mutually beneficial arrangement p>
For every step Athena retreated, Wade advanced one.
The sight of her feigned panic made Wade grow increasingly excited.
Wade sneered, “You’d better just do as I say, unless you want to suffer p>
“You! This is Princess Lizzie’s party hall. How dare you act so brazenly here?” Athena backed up against the door, now truly cornered.
Athena shot Wade a panicked look, her eyes shimmering with tears, making her seem utterly helpless.
Wade burst into mocking laughter. “You’re utterly naive! Some people said you were formidable, but clearly, they’ve overestimated you p>
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Sara Lili
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.