Watching Declan’s flushed and mortified countenance, Alick couldn’t help but raise the corners of his mouth, finding the situation increasingly intriguing.
Unbeknownst to the onlookers, Lydia, who had been observing the spectacle by the entrance, seized the opportune moment to slip away discreetly.
“A breaking development! Watch the video!!” Lydia concealed herself in a secluded corner, fingers dancing swiftly over her phone as she sent a rapid message. Accompanying the text was a revealing video.
“Witness the scoundrel’s disgrace! Alick’s feigned benevolence laid bare! It’s truly spectacular! My return trip was worth it for this Buzz! Buzz! Buzz!
Hannah’s phone vibrated as she diligently worked away at the hotel.
She casually picked it up and, spotting multiple messages from Lydia, decided to view the video.
After Hannah watched the video, Lydia bombarded her with more messages.
“Look at Declan’s humiliation. He can’t muster five million even with multiple cards. Perhaps the Edwards Group isn’t as affluent as we thought. I shadowed them in secret and witnessed a heated altercation between Declan and Eliana. It was quite the spectacle!”
As her friend reveled in the unfolding drama, Hannah’s brow furrowed in contemplation.
“Lydia, something doesn’t quite add up.”
Lydia, holding her phone, blinked in confusion upon receiving Hannah’s message.
“What do you mean?”
“Let’s delve into it further when we meet tonight.”
As Hannah set her phone aside, an invitation for a video chat from Edwin popped up on her laptop.
The moment Hannah clicked “accept”, Edwin’s haggard visage startled her from the screen.
“What’s going on? I’ve only left for a handful of days, and you look as if you’re barely hanging on.”
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“Hannah. I’m utterly lost for words!” Edwin, amidst a yawn, admitted, “I’ve been meticulously composing the proposal for multiple nights as part of a collaborative project with Mr. Cartwright’s company. I was already stressed out, and then that Dexter Schneider caused a commotion in your absence, unsettling the shareholders. I just wrapped up an all-nighter last night and had to rise early today to sort out the chaos. Schneider even managed to pin the blame on others, keeping himself out of harm’s way!”
Hannah’s gaze sharpened. Dexter’s penchant for turmoil was notorious.
Clearly, her previous cautionary words were as whispers to the wind, for he dared to defy her again.
“Edwin, have someone keep tabs on him. He’s the sort who’d betray the company for money. Alert your team to stay vigilant. He’s always on his toes. Don’t let him get wind of it.”
Edwin, at the other end of the video call, nodded.
“Understood. And how are things in Valmere?”
“There’s not much to report here…” Hannah hesitated briefly.
“I’1L be back in Hoijery soon. Look after our family. Grandpa’s health is faltering. If you need anything, just reach out.”