Chapter 230: Chapter 230

Chapter 230:

“I just wanted to have a little more time alone with Ritchie before you got here.”

The next moment, Tonya opened her arms wide and drew Harlee into a hug.

“Let me hug you to make up for the long walk you had to take here with your phone dead.”

At this, Harlee scoffed playfully and grabbed Ritchie’s collar, pulling him into Tonya’s embrace. Tonya’s arms encircled Ritchie’s lean waist, pulling her close to his broad, solid chest.

Tonya raised an eyebrow at Harlee, signaling a silent thank-you.

Ritchie’s cheeks flushed bright red, his hands hovering uncertainly in the air, unsure of where to place them.

Harlee chuckled and teased, “Can you two save the romance for later?”

Ritchie stuttered, “N-no, we’re not…

Don’t say that.”

Tonya burst into laughter at Ritchie’s shy reaction.

With a helpless shrug, Harlee grabbed Tonya’s coffee and took a sip. Ugh, too sweet.

Harlee and Tonya were as different as could be, not just in personality but in their tastes as well.

Harlee often admired how they managed to become such close friends, almost like family.

Harlee could never quite understand why, of all the people around, Tonya chose Ritchie.

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“Alright,” Harlee said.

“Let’s get down to business.”

“I have something important to discuss,” Harlee said, blinking.

Tonya and Ritchie shared a quick look and immediately switched to work mode.

“I’m thinking of taking on Matteo’s business proposal,” Harlee declared.

“Have you thought it through?” Tonya’s face grew solemn, reflecting the gravity of their discussion.

Ritchie’s anxiety spiked, and he hastily protested, “Harlee, this is too risky!”

Harlee shook her head, her expression amused.

“No, actually, it’s quite a safe bet.” She laid out the current situation in Uwhor and cited instances of Matteo challenging the authorities without facing any repercussions.

After thinking for a moment, Tonya nodded and said, “Harlee has a good point. If we keep turning down this deal, we’ll not only upset Matteo, but Uwhor will start watching us. On the other hand, if we accept, we’ll earn Matteo’s support and gain more influence in Uwhor. It’s a better outcome for both us and the Shadow Moon Society.”

Harlee’s smile was subtle yet confident.

“Exactly, you get me! I’ve spent the last few days pondering, and every time I conclude that partnering with Matteo is the best move.

High rewards come with high stakes. If we’re going to play, we might as well play big.”

“You make me want to fly back to Uwhor right now,” Tonya said, smiling faintly.

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