“We can’t just let her off the hook!”
“She…”
While the crowd was discussing, Conor turned around and shot them a stern gaze. “Alright, if you think she shouldn’t be let go, who among you will challenge her?”
The previously vocal critics fell silent.
With Hannah’s skill, even Conor might struggle to best her.
Conor surveyed the group, his voice icy as he said, “Well, since there are no objections, Miss Moore, you’ve completed your test.
Welcome to the organization.”
Once the test was done, he accompanied Hannah out of the training area. “Miss Moore, your combat skills are unlike anything I’ve seen.
You’ve truly impressed me today.”
With a smile, Hannah responded to Conor, “I look forward to learning more from you in the organization, Mr. Freeman.”
“Of course,” he replied, his gaze deep and thoughtful.
“So soon?”
At the car, Maloney leaned casually against the door, waiting for Hannah. As she approached, he scrutinized her and raised an eyebrow.
“So, did you pass the test?”
“It was a breeze,” Hannah declared with a hint of boastfulness in her tone.
Noticing Maloney’s presence, Conor said cautiously, “Mr. Pierce, you’re usually so busy. Did you find time to wait for Miss Moore?”
Maloney responded with a sly, arrogant smile, “My personal matters aren’t your concern, are they?”
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Conor, not wanting to stir trouble, wore a smile. “Just a casual inquiry, Mr. Pierce. Please, don’t mind.”
Maloney gave him a fleeting glance and then left with Hannah.
After their departure, Conor dialed Remington, his expression serious.
“Mr. Lyons, there’s been a development.”
While still at his office, Remington received Conor’s call. Concerned about Hannah’s test result, he inquired “What? She didn’t pass?”
“She passed, but there’s more to it. After joining the Compton family, she seems quite close to Maloney Pierce from the Pierce family. I suspect Wallace is aiming for a marital alliance with the Pierces through her.”
Tossing his pen aside, Remington’s eyes narrowed. “Isn’t his fiancee Wallace’s adopted daughter?”