Chapter 186 Everything Is Just Too Suspicious
Under Madelyn’s meticulous care, Sebastian’s health was fully restored by the next day. The following day was precisely when the negotiations were scheduled. Bright and early, Harriet was already up, organizing her team. To guard against any unforeseen incidents on the road, Harriet had prepared a rather impressive entourage this time around. A line of black vans was neatly arranged outside the hotel. The well-trained bodyguards, all dressed in identical black suits and donning sunglasses, stood rigidly next to the vehicles, each radiating an imposing presence.
After everything was arranged, Sebastian and Wesley, among others, descended to the hotel lobby. Madelyn also came down to see them off. Harriet confidently stepped forward and declared, “Sebastian, I have already ensured we have brought enough men. There shouldn’t be any unexpected issues." Upon seeing the situation, Sebastian and Wesley, among others, nodded in relief.
In the end, Sebastian told Madelyn solemnly, “I’m leaving now. Stay put in the hotel. Don’t wander off. Wait for me to come back.” When Sebastian said this, he assumed that she would be somewhat upset, perhaps even wanting to follow him. Instead, Madelyn obediently nodded and said, “Okay.” Sebastian felt somewhat comforted when he saw her being so obedient. He reached out and gently tidied up the stray hairs on her forehead. I knew I hadn’t been mistaken. This girl is incredibly sharp and is still able to discern right from wrong when it matters. “All right, all right, that’s enough. Quit being so lovey-dovey, you two. It’s giving me goosebumps. It’s time to get going!” Wesley interjected, feeling a wave of discomfort. It was indeed about time to get going. Sebastian nodded gently and told Madelyn, “I’ll be on my way, then.” Madelyn nodded in agreement. Then, Sebastian turned around and resolutely climbed into one of the vans. A row of black cars then took off into the distance.
Madelyn stood there, only accompanied by two bodyguards that Malcolm had arranged for her. Before leaving, Sebastian had instructed them to keep an eye on her.
Chapter 185 Everything is Just Too Suspicious
As Madelyn watched the minutes and seconds slip away, she felt an inexplicable sense of restlessness. She was patiently waiting for Grimo. In reality, Madelyn was very uncertain if Grimo would come. How could Grimo, a man of status, possibly put his trust in me, a woman he has never met before? Well, it doesn’t matter, I’ve already made up my mind! If Grimo doesn’t show up, I’ll go and help Sebastian even if I have to do it alone! With these thoughts in mind, Madelyn found herself fearless and decided to take a short break. In the afternoon, two bodyguards remained steadfast at their posts outside the room. They stood upright, akin to a pair of wax statues. At that moment, a tall figure strolled in from the end of the hallway. Believing it was just someone passing by, the two bodyguards didn’t pay any attention. As a result, the individual approached the bodyguards. With a speed that left no room for reaction, he covered their mouths and noses, delivered a swift chop to each of their necks, and swiftly took them down. Then, that person pushed the door open and walked right in. “Who’s there?” Madelyn was suddenly jolted awake. Thinking it was an unexpected visitor, she instantly got up, pulled out her Desert Eagle, and aimed it at the intruder. “Heh… So, this is your idea of hospitality!” Grimo asked with a chuckle, his deep green eyes brimming with a seductive charm. “Oh, it’s you.” Upon seeing Grimo, Madelyn immediately breathed a sigh of relief and lowered her gun.
Then, a smile appeared at the corners of her mouth as she continued, “So, you’ve figured out the facts and agreed to our deal?” Upon hearing that, Grimo’s smile suddenly vanished from his face. After having someone investigate the matter last night, all the clues from the arsenal indeed pointed toward his own assistant, Violet. What baffled Grimo even more was how a stranger like Madelyn could possibly know so much about him. So, with a cold voice, he asked, “Who exactly are you? How come you know secrets that others are not privy to?” Upon hearing these words, Madelyn simply laughed it off, seemingly unbothered. “Who I am isn’t important, and you don’t need to know more than what’s necessary. All you need to understand is that the information I have is useful to you, and you happen to be in a position to help me. That’s all we need for this deal to go through.”
Chapter 186 Everything Is Just Too Suspicious
Grimo couldn’t help but furrow his brows in response.
Having worked his way up to his current position at a young age, Grimo was indeed experienced. He had navigated through a society filled with all sorts of people, a place where the good mixed with the bad. Most people, he could almost instantly see through. Yet, this was the first time Grimo found himself unable to read someone. Madelyn carried an air of nonchalance and fearlessness—an aura of unmatched strength that radiated from her. This wasn’t something an ordinary person could possess. However, Grimo had also investigated Madelyn’s background. Based on the information available, Madelyn was simply an ordinary, prominent young lady. *But why would this woman know about the matters concerning me? Moreover, from the moment she started seeking me out, she had always carried an air of absolute determination. Everything is just too suspicious…. * However, no matter how one looked at it, Grimo truly owed Madelyn a favor for the matter of the arsenal. As Grimo had always been a man of his word, he took the initiative to seek her out. “I can provide you with ample manpower resources, but what’s your plan?” Grimo asked earnestly. Madelyn immediately responded, “Grimo, do you know about Hellfire Creed?” Grimo paused. Hellfire Creed? “To be honest, this organization recently infiltrated our city and attempted to harm the person most important to me. I wanted to stop them, but it was difficult to do so on my own. That’s why I was hoping you could lend me a hand,” Madelyn said earnestly. After hearing this, Grimo was extremely surprised. Hellfire Creed was a notorious mafia organization in Rodunst, known for their ruthless and indiscriminate killing. They were a formidable force in the underworld, and to the government, they were nothing less than a malignant tumor that they wished they could eradicate. In fact, just this morning, a subordinate of his reported that Hellfire Creed had just acquired a batch of firearms from them. The relationship between the two parties wasn’t exactly friendly, but they managed to cooperate with each other, so it wasn’t too bad either. Grimo hadn’t expected that Madelyn would seek him out, and it was to confront Hellfire Creed, of all things. He immediately made his stance clear by saying, “I can help you, but I must tell you in advance that Hellfire Creed is a client of mine. I won’t risk having a falling out with it.” After all, they were all part of the same underworld. If they were to fall out with each other, neither of them would be able to live in peace. Madelyn was well aware of what Grimo was worried about. “I can assure you that your identities will definitely not be revealed,” she added. Upon hearing these words, Grimo couldn’t help but feel somewhat hesitant.