All Chapters of The Heiress' Return: Six Brothers at Her Beck and Call: Chapter 2041 - Chapter 2050

Aria suspected that one of the researchers might have leaked their itinerary. Even if the mole were a higher-up, they would still need time to pass on information.According to Madesh, they had just checked into a hotel when armed men showed up and abducted them. Madesh nodded. "Okay."After Madesh got into the car, the driver started the engine and slowly drove away. "Madesh, we're all sad that the data is gone. Don't beat yourself over it," one of the researchers comforted him."That's right. At least our lives were spared. We still have time to redo the research. I'm sure we can recreate it!"Among the seven in the car, six spoke up in turn.Madesh silently observed their reactions and noticed a troubled expression on the young man in the back.Madesh knew him well. After all, he had seen potential in him and specially chosen him to come along. "Gavin, what's on your mind? You seem troubled." Madesh glanced back at him.Gavin Oxman looked up hurriedly. "Oh, nothing much

The youngsters stared at Rosko in shock. With his men brandishing guns, none of them dared to move.Rosko spoke slowly. "Once you're here, leave your pride at the gate. Dignity is the last thing you should worry about. I know you all want to make money. There's a lot to be made here, but it depends on your ability.""But this is illegal. If we go back home, we'll go to jail," one of them protested."Rosko, I want to make money." A young man named Zeke Quillet stepped forward. He had a degree in computer science and eyes full of hopeful expectation.Rosko studied him. "You want to make money? Fine. I can give you 20,000 dollars to wire home."Zeke's face lit up. "Really, Rosko? You'll give me 20,000 dollars before I even start? Thank you so much."Rosko lifted his chin. "Did you study computer science?"Zeke nodded. "Yes, but I didn't get much out of it. That's why I came—to start earning."Rosko smiled. "You'll see how useful tech skills are here. Do the job right and you can h

Standing beside Wynric, Aria studied Faye. The latter pretended to sob; not a single real tear fell. Her clenched fist looked more like showy indignation than the anguish of someone truly violated.Those at her side acted like supporters, but their eyes kept flicking to her wrist, as if waiting for a signal."You're also a woman," Faye accused. "Would you really use your reputation to accuse someone falsely?"Aria met her stare. "Most decent women wouldn't, but there are always exceptions."Faye's sobs grew louder. "What do you mean? You're defending him because you're friends. But everyone can tell right from wrong."Aria smiled. "Let's just handle this by the book. If he really did film you, I'll make sure he pays the price. However, if he didn't…"Her gaze slid over Faye and her crew. "Neither you nor your helpers will walk away from this."Faye hadn't expected resistance. Every previous time her setup had worked. The victims caved and paid to avoid a scandal. She hadn't anti

When the auction guests heard the auctioneer, they returned to their seats. It was the first time a surprise item had been revealed after the finale.Two staff members carefully carried a tray draped with white silk onto the stage. On it sat an item encased in glass, its form hidden beneath a cloth.The auctioneer raised his microphone, his tone deliberately theatrical."Ladies and gentlemen, the upcoming surprise item is an ancient bronze relic from a distant corner of the world. After expert appraisal, we've determined it to be over 2,000 years old. Its craftsmanship is exquisite, and its collectible value is beyond measure!"As he finished, the staff removed the cloth, revealing the bronze relic.It was a bronze cauldron, a little over a foot tall, adorned with intricate motifs of clouds and beasts. Strange symbols, resembling script, wound across its surface. Two symmetrical beast heads jutted from its sides, heavy with history. This piece was unlike anything auctioned before.

Soon, more than ten masked armed men approached the villa where Aria and the others were. The man leading them was the same one who had snuck in earlier. "How did you know we were coming?"Confusion spread among the men. It was as if their mission had been leaked. At the same time, they grew tense—what if this was a setup?"You followed me all the way here," Aria said coldly, fiddling with a switchblade. "Of course I know where you are and what you're doing. Why isn't Fernanski with you? I suppose that figures. He's heartless enough to send you straight to your deaths.""What do you mean?" The leader frowned, scanning his surroundings warily, half-expecting an ambush. Nothing happened, so he turned back. "We don't want trouble. Hand over the bronze cauldron, and we'll let you live."Aria studied him. "It's you. I think I recognize you. Sure, you've got a mask on, but I remember. You're the security guard from the auction house, aren't you?"The man—Manuel Jennings—stiffened, his