Chapter 4: Secret of the engagement
Chapter 4: Secret of the engagement
Chapter 4 - Secret of the engagementCecilia shrugged, involuntarily retreating.
She had heard of the Lawrences, the wealthiest family in Star City. They consisted of elite people, and Mr. Steven Lawrence, the current head of the family, was a formidable figure.
How did she know all this?
That was because...
Steven Lawrence had been
‘She loved me so much before. If I just woo her a bit, I should win her back easily.’
He smiled triumphantly at his thoughts.
—
At the Lawrence family’s mansion, Steven faced the floor-to-ceiling windows, his silhouette stretched by the setting sun.
A figure emerged from the shadows—it was his personal assistant, Zane.
"Mr. Lawrence, we’ve found Riane’s track in Star City."
He handed over an envelope, hesitating slightly before adding, "But..."
"Speak up."
"It’s better you see for yourself."
Steven turned his head slightly, taking the letter between his fingers. His sharp gaze swept over the contents.
A moment later, the letter slipped from his fingers, the sunlight shining over the words on it.
Then, Steven’s infuriated voice echoed through the room.
"This woman—she’s asking for death!"
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