Chapter 294: Chapter 294

Chapter 294:

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Harlee’s voice was smooth and melodic, yet to Fritz, it felt like a chilling decree.

“You should go back.”

Aldrich, entering the room with a grave expression, said to Fritz, “If you try to slip away on your own once more, I won’t hesitate to discipline you on our mom’s behalf.”

Fritz’s spirits plummeted instantly. With his longing to witness the public jadeite bid, the thought of returning was unbearable. In a spontaneous move, Fritz dropped to the floor, gearing up to cling to Harlee’s leg.

Yet, upon catching Rhys’ icy stare, Fritz swiftly diverted his embrace to Aldrich’s leg, all the while keeping his gaze locked on Harlee.

He pleaded desperately, “Harlee, I’m begging you, let me linger for a bit longer. Please.”

A resigned smile flickered across Harlee’s face as she turned toward Aldrich, her eyes silently querying for his judgment.

Aldrich gave a resigned shrug.

Fritz had been mischievously persuasive since they were kids.

After enduring Fritz’s relentless begging, Aldrich relented, allowing Fritz to stay for the public jadeite bid, but only for half an hour.

After that, Fritz was expected back at the hotel.

Fritz nodded enthusiastically in agreement.

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With Fritz allowed to stay, Patrick was permitted to remain in the room by Rhys, though Rhys’ stern warning hung in the air like a chill.

Any further disrespect toward Harlee would see Patrick banished from his presence. This admonition instantly rekindled Patrick’s respect for Harlee. The thought of not being around Rhys was unbearable. With a bowed head, Patrick earnestly acknowledged his error, his posture a portrait of genuine contrition.

Rhys, however, remained silent, merely flexing his wrists in a gesture of restrained tolerance. This silent rebuke made Patrick tread even more carefully, aware that another misstep with Harlee could indeed cost him his chance to work for Rhys directly.

Meanwhile, Harlee and Aldrich huddled in secrecy.

Aldrich said in a hushed tone, “Harlee, I’ve been in touch with Karina. She’s primed to move as soon as the public jadeite bid begins.”

Harlee’s gaze grew sharper, a shadow passing over her features.

“Very well,” she responded quietly.

“After Benedict is eliminated, the Shakica family will be thrown into disarray. Use that turmoil to boost Karina’s ascent.

Collaborate with her, but keep her under strict surveillance.”

“If she fails to align with the Shadow Moon Society’s ethics, eliminate her. We cannot afford to cultivate another threat like Benedict.”

Aldrich nodded, his eyes glinting with icy determination.

“Understood, I’ll monitor her closely.”

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