At that moment, Alfy couldn’t bear to look Vincent in the eye. Her reply was so soft it was barely audible. “I’ve already answered that, haven’t I? It’s TS.” Alfy’s demeanor had changed completely. Gone was her earlier defiance, replaced by meek compliance.
She seemed to have shifted from a bold little tiger to a tame kitten in an instant.
Jaxen clenched his jaw and remained silent. It was clear that only someone with Vincent’s formidable presence could tame someone like Alfy.
“Assist me in locating your mentor, and I’ll fulfill any demand you have—be it money, power, or resources,” Vincent said generously. This update is available on Find1Novel.net
Katelyn watched Alfy carefully, noting the tempting offer laid out before her. Who could easily dismiss such a proposal?
If Alfy were to yield to the temptation and accept, Katelyn would hold no grudges against her. She had already devised an escape plan should her real identity become compromised.
Alfy showed noticeable hesitation. Faced with such potential gains, the temptation was undeniable.
From his casual position on the sofa, Jaxen spoke, “Oh, and I forgot to mention that the gentleman here is Mr. Vincent Adams, the CEO of Adams Group, a titan among the top three global corporations. He’s a man who stands by his word. If he promises you something, you can count on him to deliver. Consider this carefully. Do you really want to pass up such an opportunity?”
Jaxen’s words added significant weight to Vincent’s already enticing proposal.
Alfy’s lips were pressed tightly together, her face a canvas of internal conflict. The offer was clearly profitable.
Katelyn remained composed, waiting for Alfy’s response.
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But unexpectedly, Alfy raised her head to meet Vincent’s eyes and asked, “First, explain why you’re searching for my mentor. Do you intend to apprehend her like those villains do?”
In their circles, it was well-known that the world’s hackers were collectively intent on tracking down TS. Despite Vincent having paid to quash the bounty, news had leaked and spread.
Holding any data regarding TS’s identity was akin to clutching a lottery-winning ticket.
With a detached expression, Vincent responded, “My intentions are harmless. I’m looking to protect her.”
“You expect me to buy that? Even toddlers wouldn’t be deceived by such a story! Do you think I’m foolish?” Alfy retorted, her eyes narrowing with resolve as her voice grew louder. “If you want details about my mentor, you’ll have to kill me first!”
A sinister shade crossed Vincent’s eyes, his expression momentarily murderous.
In that instant, Alfy sensed the lethal danger in his presence, as though a cold blade were at her throat, sending shivers down her spine and quickening her pulse. Her gaze flickered. This man was formidable, undoubtedly someone to avoid provoking at all costs. She mentally resolved to warn her uncle never to antagonize Vincent.
Vincent’s lips twisted into a mocking smile.
“So be it then—I’ll accommodate your wish. Samuel!”
At his command, the door swung open and Samuel strode in.
He bowed slightly, inquiring, “Yes, Mr. Adams, what do you need?”
“Detain her until she’s ready to divulge everything she knows about TS.”
“Right away,” Samuel said, stepping forward to carry out the order.
Panic flashed across Alfy’s face.
Katelyn swiftly stepped in, positioning herself protectively in front of Alfy. Her tone was firm as she addressed Vincent. “Mr. Adams, she’s merely a young girl. Such extreme measures are unnecessary.”
Katelyn was all too familiar with Vincent’s approach—merciless and unyielding. He possessed numerous methods to coerce the truth from Alfy. Subjecting a young girl to such extreme measures, however, was unthinkable.
“Still, she is TS’s apprentice,” Vincent responded coldly, his gaze fixed on Katelyn. “My approach will be moderate. Her life will be spared. Once she reveals TS’s whereabouts, I will release her,” he continued.
Katelyn’s hands balled into fists. Vincent’s resolute tone and expression left no room for doubt about his sincerity. Why was he so desperate to locate TS?
Katelyn had previously intervened to help the Adams Group navigate through a crisis, never once crossing Vincent adversely afterward.
“Mr. Adams,” Katelyn called out again, her resolve unwavering. She could not stand by and watch as Alfy was taken away without intervening.
Tears started to form in Alfy’s eyes. “Please help me…” Her woeful expression was heart-wrenching.
Suddenly, the door to the ward burst open with a bang, and someone threw a small white smoke grenade into the room!
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