Chapter 148:
Although Kareem was aware of Harleeâs various aliases, his knowledge stemmed only from what he knew about Quick Cameo, her hacking persona.
His confusion was evident.
âWhat Torres family?â he asked, trying to piece it together.
Could it be the Torres family he knew?
Harlee, sensing Kareemâs intent to figure out the truth on his own, decided to playfully unveil it first. She briefly narrated her recent encounter with Brixton and Liliana at the bar, mentioning her work designing dresses for Zandra as well.
âSo, youâre planning to use Brixton to deal with the Juarez family?â Kareem asked.
Harlee smiled slyly.
âExactly.
But the real question is, can we trust him?â
Kareem paused briefly before letting out a laugh.
âCan we trust him?â
Harleeâs eyes sparkled with mischief.
âWant to bet on it?â
Noticing her playful glint, Kareem smiled slightly.
âWhatâs the bet?â
âI want to join the army,â Harlee replied, her voice light but firm.
âDeal!â Kareem said, agreeing without hesitation.
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The earlier calmness in Harleeâs demeanor faded, replaced by astonishment and a broad smile. She eagerly grabbed Kareemâs hand.
âItâs a deal. Once the Juarez family is bankrupt, youâre taking me to the army!â
Seeing the shift in Harleeâs expression, Kareem knew he wouldnât break his promise. If it made her happy, he would go so far as to bend military rules to promote her to major general.
Harlee just wanted some military training, and if she could have it, why not take the opportunity?
At the Tartarus Club, Harlee had just reached the private roomâs door when she heard Brixtonâs booming voice.
âHarlee, over here! Iâm here!â
Standing next to Brixton was another man.
âThis is my close friend, Bruno Hilton,â Brixton said, introducing him.
âBruno, this is the Miss Sanderson Iâve been talking about!â
âMissâ¦â Bruno started to say but was quickly cut off by Harlee.
âJust Harlee is fine,â she said, preferring not to dwell on formalities.
Bruno hesitated for a moment, then, with a nod from Brixton, simply said, âHarlee.â
Brixton flashed a grin and moved closer to Harlee.
âHow about a game of bridge? Youâre not leaving until youâve lost it all!â Bruno cast a doubtful look at Brixtonâs wallet. Somehow, he had a feeling his close friend would be out of cash soon.
Harlee quirked an eyebrow.
âAre we playing for cash?â
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