Female Novel
Chapter 406
Zoey looked up and narrowed her eyes at him.
“What is that matter related to Bailey?”
The bodyguard in black seemed to be pondering the best way to express his mind. He contemplatedbriefly before saying, “Two days ago, the racing association published the participant list for theInternational Racecar Tournament. Chanaea's representative, Dexter Nicholson, could not return to thecountry to take part in the tournament because he was occupied by some personal matters, so herequested his friend to take his place in the contest. The substitute is Bailey.”
Zoey widened her eyes in utter disbelief.
In her opinion, an intense and dangerous sport like car racing was usually participated by men, so shewondered if Bailey, a woman, was up for the challenge.
“Are you sure she will be replacing Dexter in the tournament?”
“Yes. I'm absolutely certain.”
A hint of menace flashed across Zoey's eyes as an idea to eliminate her concern once and for allpopped into her mind amidst her rumination.
If a car overturns or crashes into a building while traveling at high speed during a race, the driver wouldsuffer a horrible death, right? I want to send that b*tch, Bailey, to hell. novelbin
“Did you mention that your friend works in the International Racecar Tournament? Is he subjective tobribery?”
The bodyguard in black fell silent for a few moments before replying, “There isn't any problem in thisworld that cannot be resolved with money. As long as you can offer a handsome reward, I believe therewill always be room for discussion.”
“Okay.” She stretched out her arm and lifted one finger at him. “I'll be offering him this much. Let meknow if your friend is willing to take the job.”
A look of surprise flitted past the bodyguard's eyes. The daughter of the Shurmer family is indeedgenerous, putting forward one hundred million as the reward without hesitation.
“Okay. I'll contact my friend right away to seek his opinion. To what extent do you want him to tamperwith the tournament, Ms. Zoey?”
Zoey curled her lips into a smile and responded coldly, “I want her dead. Regardless of what your frienddoes, I want him to make sure Bailey will perish along with the vehicle during the race.”
“Okay. I'll discuss it with my friend. Please wait for my update.”
With that, he turned around to leave the pavilion.
After taking two steps forward, Zoey's voice sounded behind him. “Remember to handle this matterwell and not let outsiders get dirt on us. If your friend is reluctant to accept the offer, you must buy himoff to ensure his silence too.”
“Yes, Ms. Zoey.”
Following the bodyguard's departure, Zoey slowly gazed up at the shining moon in the sky andclenched her fists that hung by her sides. Bailey, we are sworn enemies, and there is simply no way forus to coexist, so only one of us can survive. I'll never stand by and watch as you steal my identity. Iwon't allow you to replace me and cause me to lose everything.
Meanwhile, at the Xuereb residence, a small banquet was held to celebrate Christopher's birthday.
The entire mansion was brightly-lit, and many impressively-dressed social elites could be seensocializing and interacting with one another.
Zephyr had just undergone surgery, and Veronique had suffered from a miscarriage a few days ago.Hence, Justin didn't bring them along to attend the event due to their condition.
Of course, the main reason was that his mother had yet to accept Veronique and Zephyr into the family.Therefore, their presence would only invite embarrassment and conflict.
After parking the car, Justin noticed many people were giving him strange looks as they sized him upwhile he strode toward the house.
Only after he entered the living room and saw Scarlett did he fathom the reason behind the guests'unusual gazes earlier.
His wife didn't tag along, but his ex-fiancée, who he had verbally agreed to marry, showed up at theXuereb residence.
“Why are you here?” Justin asked while frowning at Scarlett.
Initially, Scarlett grinned happily as she wrapped her arms around Olivia's. However, after hearing hisquestion, the smile on her face wavered.
“Today is Mr. Xuereb's birthday. Shouldn't I attend this banquet to celebrate this joyous occasion withhim since we've known each other for so long?”
After Scarlett finished speaking, Olivia piped up sarcastically, “Lettie is more thoughtful and well-mannered, after all. Unlike somebody else, she realizes the importance of being present at an elder'sbirthday banquet. A certain someone is unwilling to show up even for her future father-in-law's birthdaybanquet. No, I stand corrected. You two have registered your marriage, so Christopher is technicallyher father-in-law. She's really full of herself, isn't she?”
Holding his forehead, Justin disregarded his mother's mockery and said to Scarlett, “You just donatedyour bone marrow, so your body hasn't recovered yet. You should be resting in the hospital now. I'mnot blaming you for attending tonight's banquet. I'm just saying that you should take better care of yourhealth. If you wish to visit the Xuereb residence, you can do so at any time. Maybe my mother shouldtake you in as her goddaughter.”
Scarlett balled her fists. Do I strike you as an orphan? Do I lack affection to the extent of needing anoutsider to become my godmother? I am the precious and esteemed daughter of the Fletcher family, sois there a need for me to butter up others and trouble myself with the ordeal of entertaining another setof parents? You are the only reason I'm frequenting the Xuereb residence. Do you understand howmuch I love you, Justin?
Christopher walked over and chimed in, “That's enough. The banquet will begin soon. Justin, goupstairs and change your clothes. Come down and accompany me to greet the guests later.”
Justin grunted in response. Still, he couldn't help but exhort Scarlett, “You've just donated your bonemarrow, so you are still weak. It'll be best if you don't drink alcohol and avoid spicy food too.”
The resentment in Scarlett's chest intensified after she listened to him. To whom did I donate my bonemarrow? I donated them to your illegitimate son.
She felt like he was rubbing salt in her wound whenever he mentioned that matter in front of her.