Semua Bab The Phoenix Bride Rises: Trust Was Her First Mistake : Bab 11 - Bab 12

The cold night air bit sharp at Duke Cedric Fleming’s cheeks as the sleek black helicopter touched down on the rooftop helipad of the Aurora Crown Hotel. Wind from the blades whipped his coat and tousled his hair, but he was already unbuckling and jumping out before the pilot fully powered down. There was no time to waste.He pulled out the secured fire escape passkey, known as the emergency stairwell access, and sprinted down the steel staircase, boots thudding softly against concrete. He had memorized the layout of this hotel during a past acquisition bid. His gut clenched tighter with every step, haunted by the warning his sources had given him: Seth isn’t throwing this engagement party just for show. Something’s planned, something sick.On the 9th floor landing, Duke came to an abrupt halt. There were voices. Rough, low, and reeking of smoke and ill intent. “…I’m telling you, bro, it’s a dream job! We get paid and we get to have some fun. First go’s mine.” “Bullsh*t! It’s my vial