Chapter 59 The Trap
As expected, the Brooker family of Balewood had lived up to their centuries–old reputation. They had casually thrown away. 1.4 billion without blinking an eye.
David and Elliot exchanged a glance, resigned to their fate.
It seemed that the only way to get involved in the Eastgate Project now was through Lauren’s marriage to Felix.
Elliot took a deep breath, stood up, and straightened his suit, trying to keep his composure. He walked over to Felix and extended his hand with a friendly smile. “I have long heard of the Brooker family’s reputation. Seeing you in person today, your strength truly lives up to the rumors.”
Felix showed no special expression but shook Elliot’s hand politely.
David suppressed his displeasure and forced a smile, wrinkles creasing his face. “Now that the auction is over, why don’t we go to the banquet hall and have a chat? What do you think, Mr. Felix?”
Felix nodded as a response. As he left, he glanced at his assistant, Josh, who immediately followed the host to handle the transfer procedures for the Eastgate land.
By the time the group arrived at the banquet hall. Lauren had also just arrived
The driver immediately spotted Willow. He quickly walked over to her, handed her something, and whispered, “Willow, here’s what you asked for.
After handing it over, the driver quickly left.
Willow glanced at Lauren, who was surveying the banquet hall.
Willow casually picked up a glass of juice, sprinkled the powder the driver had given her into it, and stirred it well. Then she
called a waiter over.
“Please give her this drink,” she said, tilting her chin toward Lauren.
The waiter nodded and carried the drink over to Lauren.
Lauren didn’t think much of it. It was normal for waiters to offer drinks at banquets.
Besides, she hadn’t eaten all evening and was a little hungry. So she took the drink and went over to the dessert area, sipping the juice while nibbling on some pastries.
Willow watched as Lauren drank the juice, her eyes filled with malice.
She swung over to Lauren, her hips swaying provocatively.
“Look at you, acting like you’ve never seen good food before. How embarrassing
Lauren was about to take a bite of her cake when she heard Willow’s grating voice.
“Willow, do I need to remind you of your position? Stay away from me, or I’ll smash this cake in your face. Then we’ll see who’s really embarrassed.”
Willow’s face twisted in anger. She wanted to claw at Lauren’s seductive, fox–like face.
But she hadn’t lost her mind yet.
When she remembered the drugged juice that Lauren had just consumed, her mood instantly improved.
“You little bitch, enjoy your moment while it lasts.”
Lauren sensed that something was wrong. “What do you mean? Explain yourself”
Willow mouthed silently. “The juice you just drank was spiked. Just wait for your downfall
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Chapter 59 The Trap
Lauren’s pupils contracted.
Finished
At the same time, her body began to heat up. The sensation was sudden and intense, like waves crashing against her last shreds of rationality.
Her cheeks flushed unnaturally red.
Furious, Lauren lunged at Willow, but Lauren easily dodged, crossing her arms and smiling.
“You little bitch, you’ve been so smug lately, haven’t you? You think you’re going to marry the Brooker family Bossman, Felix? Let’s see if he still wants to marry you after you strip naked in front of everyone. I’ll make sure you’re humiliated in front of Hoverdale’s elite. Everyone will see what kind of whore you really are. Hahaha!”
Lauren could just feel the room spin around her. The once–glamorous banquet hall lights were now flickering like ghostly apparitions.
rip off her clothes.
The heat made her want to rip
She wrapped her arms tightly around herself, her nails digging into her skin, trying to use the pain to gain some clarity.
Her panicked gaze swept the room. The guests were deep in conversation, oblivious to her plight.
I couldn’t lose control in front of all these people. I had to leave the banquet hall immediately.
Gritting her teeth, Lauren turned and headed for the exit
Bur Willow wouldn’t let her go. She grabbed Lauren’s arm and shouted loudly. “Laurie. Mom and Dad are over there. Let’s go together.
As she spoke, she pulled Lauren violently.
David, Alice, and Elliot all turned around at the sound of Willow’s voice
When Alice saw Lauren, she quickly called out, “Laurie, you’re here! Come over and let me introduce you to Mr. Felix.”
Lauren was frantic. If I stayed any longer, I would lose control.
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