"Alright, quit dreaming. There's no way Frederick is in the Imperial Suite. I'm exhausted, time for sleep."Priscilla yawned and stretched out on the large bed. Grace shook her head with a wince, gingerly favoring her leg as she returned to her own bed. The injury had mostly healed; despite some lingering pain, she could walk without difficulty.Seeing that Priscilla and Grace were asleep, June started looking around actively. "Hmph, I'll rescue Frederick myself!"She grabbed her phone and quickly texted Frederick. "Frederick, are you in the Imperial Suite? I want to meet you there, I have something important to tell you."Meanwhile, Frederick eyed Scarlett helplessly in the Imperial Suite. She lounged seductively on the bed, and it would be very strange if nothing happened to spend the night with this temptress.Scarlett bit her lip and asked, "Are you just going to stand there all night?"Frederick shook his head. "Why don't you return to your room?"Scarlett giggled, reveal
Nelson's mind buzzed with schemes to quickly win over June. He saw her as a stepping stone to Priscilla, the wife of the future Monroe family leader.His interest in June had shifted from purely physical to strategic, focused on his own ambitions.After some thought, Nelson decided a bolder approach was needed. He would continue charming the three women by visiting their room. But as he approached their door, he spotted June slipping out.Confused by her late-night movements, a seedy thought took root in his mind.Unable to pursue June with the other women present, Nelson saw the silent night as his chance. His plan was to compromise her, especially within the Monroe family's own hotel.If Priscilla discovered them, he'd play the innocent, claiming consent. Knowing Priscilla's obsession with the family's reputation, she'd likely hush the scandal and force June to marry him.With this scheme in place, Nelson took out a handkerchief and a small vial. The liquid within, designed to
Inside the Regal Suite, Grace awoke with a twinge in her leg. She then noticed June was gone, and she quickly roused Priscilla."Prissy, wake up! June isn't here!"After being awakened, Priscilla searched around and said somewhat perplexedly, "This is an offshore hotel, June doesn't know anyone else here, where could she go?"Grace thought for a moment, could she have gone to find Nelson? That seemed unlikely, considering how much that June despised Nelson.Who else could June have gone to find?Suddenly, Grace's expression drastically changed. "Oh no, what if June went to find Frederick?"Priscilla's frown deepened. "Why would she seek out Frederick in the dead of night?""It's a hotel! What else could a man and woman be doing alone?" Grace exclaimed, her anxiety rising.She was worried that if June naively followed Frederick, her hopes of joining the Harmon family through marriage would be dashed.A wave of fear washed over Priscilla. "No, June wouldn't..."Her voice traile
Frederick's murderous intent hung heavy in the air.Nelson was pinned to the ground and knew Frederick might do something drastic. Yet agony pulsed through his abdomen, leaving him paralyzed.He was like a fish on the chopping block awaiting the final blow."June, wake up, it's me, Frederick." Frederick's gentle pat roused June from her drug-induced slumber.She saw him, the man she craved, and her longing twisted into a dark possessiveness fueled by her sister's luxury suite.Under the influence of the drug, June slowly opened her eyes and saw the man she had been longing for.Thinking of how Frederick was staying with Scarlett in the Imperial Suite fueled a newfound possessive desire within her."Frederick, I like you," June murmured, eyes brimming with desire. She wrapped her arms around his neck and pulled him in for a kiss. A frown creased Frederick's brow as the effects of the aphrodisiac became clear.Before Frederick could detoxify June, a familiar voice cut through t
Frederick was overcome by helpless despair; his reputation felt irrevocably tarnished, no amount of explanation holding any weight.Anger boiled within him. Priscilla never trusted him, yet she would believe any stranger.Priscilla stared at Frederick silently, her cold laughter cutting through the silence. "What's wrong? Can't find your words? I'm calling the police. You'll answer for what you've done.She pulled out her phone, ready to call the police.Seeing Priscilla's actions, Frederick didn't want to say anything more, nor did he want to stay any longer."You're calling the police? Go ahead then, facts speak louder than words and justice will prevail."Before he left, he glared fiercely at Nelson. "I will definitely gouge out your eyes!" With those words, Frederick walked away.Priscilla's anger flared as Frederick stalked away."Frederick, you won't escape this!" she shouted, hand already reaching for her phone."Prissy, stop! Don't call the police, just scare Frederi
June rubbed her head, her memories slowly returning. "I went to find Frederick... then someone covered my mouth and my nose. A strange, medicinal smell... I got so sleepy… Then... Then I was here."Priscilla's anger flared. "You silly girl! That was Frederick! He drugged you. If Nelson hadn't held him off, you would have been humiliated! You should thank Nelson; Frederick injured him while trying to get to you."June stood, disbelief warring with confusion on her face. She turned to Nelson and asked, "Is what my sister said true?"Nelson was lying on the other bed and he knew June hadn't seen him during the incident. "Yes, June, Frederick's a monster. I was passing by the Imperial Suite and saw him trying to violate you. To protect you, I fought him desperately, but he ambushed me and injured me."A smug smile flickered across his face. He hadn't gotten close to June, but he'd become a hero. They said beauties loved saviors; surely he could win her over now.June's face flushe
Wayne was reporting some findings from a recent encounter with Frederick in Sirius' office.Sirius was stunned at his report. "What did you say? Mr. York inquired about the York family of Valyr City? And he has something to discuss with them?"His mind raced. Did Mr. York have a conflict with the Valyr City Yorks? Sirius had declared Frederick more important to the Monroes than even those Salmasian Ten Titans. But a choice like this held immense weight.As the Monroe heir, every decision could determine the family's survival. He couldn't act rashly.His grandfather's life hung in the balance, and only Frederick seemed to offer a solution. Offending others for Frederick's sake felt necessary. However, if Frederick failed, alienating the York family of Valyr City could bring ruin to the Monroes.Whether Frederick had the capability to extend his grandfather's life was key to whether Sirius would support him.After a moment's contemplation, Sirius removed a black bottle from his p
The conversation flowed alongside a parade of exquisite delicacies.As the dishes were brought to the table, Wayne became tense as if expecting something to happen.After polite exchanges, the three began to enjoy the meal.Suddenly, Sirius convulsed violently and collapsed.Wayne quickly supported Sirius and yelled to Frederick without hesitation, "Mr. York, please administer an antidote to Mr. Sirius immediately!"Frederick and Scarlett were stunned.Without hesitation, Frederick rushed to Sirius. "His face is blackening, his eyes… lifeless. This is poison!"He examined Sirius with swift, practiced movements."Mr. York, please hurry! Any delay could be fatal." Wayne's voice held a desperate edge.Frederick checked Sirius's pulse, then sniffed the half-eaten steak."This steak is poisoned. He's been hit with 'Insecta Death Powder', an ancient poison seldom used nowadays.""Mr. York, can you save him?" Wayne pressed."Fortunately, I carry an antidote. I'll administer it to