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Vanessa stared at the blinking red dot on the screen . “ White Fox’s signal vanished right here ”
She zoomed out , scanning for information on the location .
It’s a pretty remote place – property’s under Orlando’s name . Her expression grew tense , “ So , thussell’s got White For ? ”
Arta nodded , “ Looks that way . ”
She wasn’t surprised . She’d hall expected it . But that didn’t make the situation any less complicated .
Russell wasn’t someone White Fox could afford to kill .
“I’m going after him ,” “” Aria said ,
Vanessa looked worried . “ That’s White Fox’s choice . He’s in the Solemnity Guild – he knew the risk . You ako ob , you gotta be ready to die for it , ”
Aria’s voice hardened . “ White Fox is only here because of me . I need to set things straight . ”
Vanessa knew there was no stopping her . She just handed over the car keys . “ Just … be careful , okay ? Nothing’s more important than your own life . ”
“ Got it . ” Aria took the keys without hesitation and left at a brisk pace .
Two hours later , as night fell , Aria arrived at the isolated property .
The area was silent , steeped in an eerie desolation .
In the distance , harsh white lights blazed .
Aria stopped out and walked straight toward the light , making no attempt to hide .
It wasn’t long before she found herself staring down the barrels of a dozen guns .
The leader checked his phone , then locked up “ it’s her . Bring her in . ”
When one of them reached for Aria’s arm , she intercepted him with b sharp grip . “ I can walk on my own . ”
The leader hesitated , recalling the cold look Russell had given when they’d caught White Fox . He wasn’t sure what Russell wanted with this woman , so hi didn’t push it “ Fine . Follow me .”
ide , and the first thing she saw was White Fox .
Aria followed them inside ,
He was forced to kneel on the floor, blood spattered down his shirt , a man behind him pressing a gleaming blade to his artery .
Russell sat nearby on a sofa , watching her with icy contempt . “ Right on time , aren’t you ? ”
White Fox lifted his head at the sound , and the lifeless look in his eyes was replaced by a flicker of panic
Aria Go ! Leave me ! His voice shook , and the blade nicked his skin , sending a thin line of blood down his neck .
Aria met White Fox’s eyes , her voice quiet and haunting . “ Did Curtis make you come here ! ”
White Fox gritted his teeth and stayed silent .
“ I’m sorry .
Aria said . “ This is my fault
White Fox had never shed a tear , no matter how much he was hurt . But hearing that , he couldn’t hold back.
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Russell’s gaze darkened , murderous intent flaring as he crushed his glass in one hand . “ Aila , there’s someone
Glass shards dug into his palm , and blood welled up as he stroked them absently .
He barely seemed to notice , rising to his feet , eyes locked on Atla . “ Tell me how did you survive that night ? ”
Aria tilted her head , her smile cold as ice . “ Mr. Nicholson , do you honestly think I shouldn’t have ? ”
Hiding in the shadows , Olivia froze as she heard Sara’s name ,
Her fingers curled into fists , heart pounding in her chest . She didn’t dare move closer .
Russell’s voice was low and furious . “ Sara’s dead . So why the hell are you still alive ? ”
The rage burning in his eyes was wild , twisted , murderous .
He couldn’t understand why Arla survived while Sara died .
His killing intent
twas almost palpable .
Olivia could feel it , even from a distance .
She’d thought Russell might’ve let Sara go after all these years , but now she realized he’d never stopped blaming himself , or Aria .
But Ania didn’t flinch . She stared right back at him . “ Why I’m alive is none of your business . But your sister’s death ? That’s on you . If you’re looking for someone to blame , look in the mirror . You failed to protect her . All you can do now is throw a tantrum . ”
“ Aria … ” White Foxx was terrified she’d gone too far – afraid she’d never make it out alive .
Ho pleaded , “ Russell , Sara’s death had nothing to do with Aria . The person who killed her . Aria already took care of them . ”
Russell let out a bitter laugh , looking down at White Fox with scorn . “ And who the hell are you to say that ? Sara died because of her , didn’t she ? Just like you look where trusting her has gotten you “ .
White Fox’s gaze was unwavering . “ So what ? ift die here , that’s my fate , Nobody else is responsible .”
If he hadn’t thrown his lot in with Aria , he would’ve died long ago . At least now , if he died in her country , someone would see him buried .
Russell’s eyes narrowed . “ You’re really going to bat for her , huh ? ”
Aria cut in . “ What do you want to let him go ? ”
A twisted smile played on Russell’s lips . “ A life for a life . He walks out , you stay . ”
White Fox shook his head desperately , ignoring the blade at his throat . “ Aria , get out of here . This is my fate – Curtis will never let me go . ”
Russell lost patience . “ I don’t have time for this melodrama . You have one minute , Aria . Make a choice , or have his head . ”
Aria let out a soft laugh . “ You’re not going to kill him !
Russell sneered . “ Oh ? I wouldn’t bet on him surviving the night .”
“ He’s the only one who can get you what you want , ” Aria whispered , so Olivia couldn’t hear .
Olivia thought , “ What is she telling him ? ”
She edged closer , anxiety knotting in her chest .
Russell glanced her way , then looked back at White Fox . “ Did you know Sara ? ”
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White For was silent , his eyes full of complicated emotion . Another person who knew Sara .
Olivia panicked , drew her gun , and alimed it at White Fox on the flone . “ Russell , he hurt you . He can’t leave Barg
Aria Stepped in front of White Fox , blocking her alm . “ Olivia , if he dies , you won’t be able to keep everything hidden ”
“ You dare threaten me … Olivia started , but bit her tongue , glancing at Russell .
“ He shot Russell in the shoulder Someone needs to pay for that . ”
The more people who knew , the greater the risk . White Fus had to die .
Aria walked closer , grabbed the gun’s barrel . “ Olivia , the real problem is Curtis . He’s the mole . ”
Olivia’s eyes flickered . She wanted Curtis dead too .
As long as he was alive , he was a threat .
For now , she’d put up with Aria and White Fox
She didn’t lower her gun , but looked at Russell , worry etched on her face . “Fine , let White Fox go . But he shot Russell in the shoulder – who’s going to answer for that ? ”
Arla asked , “ If we settle that score , do we walk out of here ? ”
Olivia hesitated , then nodded . “ Yes ”
Suddenly , Aria reached out and snatched the gun from Olivia’s hand .