Lise’s face twisted with frustration.

“Name your price. Whatever it is, I’ll pay you right now.”

If looks could kill, Katelyn would have been obliterated on the spot.

Katelyn crossed her arms, her eyes sparkling mischievously.

“Did you not understand what I just said, Miss Bailey? Luckily we’re in a hospital. I suggest you get yourself checked.” She then turned on her heel and walked away without a second glance.

“How dare you!” Lise was so furious she found herself speechless, her rage manifesting as she threw the garment to the ground and stomped on it furiously. She was seething! This woman had been mocking them all along.

After a moment, Lise realized Neil was still beside her. She hurriedly picked up the clothes, managing a forced smile.

“Sorry, Neil. I lost my composure. I was just so angry. It felt like she was mocking us the entire time.” Her voice softened, tinged with regret.

She shouldn’t have provoked Hades. More importantly, she shouldn’t have forgotten about Neil’s presence. What if this incident tarnished her image of innocence and vulnerability?

Neil’s gaze was cool and penetrating as he spoke calmly.

“This woman is cunning. If we want to unmask her, we need a better strategy.”

Lise nodded obediently, masking the resentment brewing in her eyes. She would not forget today’s humiliation.

After leaving the hospital, Katelyn drove home. To ensure her safety, she circled the city several times before sneaking into her villa through the side gate.

Reflecting on the day’s unsettling events, she contemplated finding a new place to stay. Katelyn grabbed a throw pillow, hugging it tightly for a moment.

Alfy had sent the details of the auction to her phone, including two invitations for tonight at eight. This time, she decided not to invite Vincent. Finding the Spring Snow Herb was her personal quest. Vincent was always swamped with work, and she couldn’t selfishly ask him to abandon his responsibilities to accompany her.

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Katelyn settled on the sofa, attempting to rest. But her brief respite was interrupted by her phone ringing. The caller was Vincent.

Katelyn sleepily pressed the answer button. ? ? ? ?s, ?s? s find?novel.net

“Mr. Adams?”

Her grogginess vanished, replaced by excitement upon hearing Vincent’s words.

“Wait! What did you say?”

Excitement was evident in Katelyn’s voice.

Vincent smiled gently, repeating what he had said before in a soft yet resigned tone.

“I’ve already located the Spring Snow Herb.”

At that, Katelyn set aside her weariness and asked eagerly, “Where can I purchase it? I’ll go right now.”

Vincent shook his head, his eyes reflecting deep thought as he glanced at the invitation lying on the table.

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