Female Novel
Chapter 1899: Something Seems Amiss
Chapter 1899: Something Seems Amiss
Joyce didn't notice Luther's peculiar behavior. Standing up, she said, "This is urgent. Athena has
escaped Christian's grasp. I need to contact him right away. It's only fair to inform him, regardless of his
attitude."
Vicki held Joyce back, urging her to sit down. "Don't worry. I'll contact Christian. Besides, I have other
matters to discuss with him. Some of OGW's people have gone to see Christian. He should find out
more inside information than we could. You two wait here for a moment; I'll make the call."
Felix gently pulled Vicki's hand, his gaze tender and intoxicating. "Alright."
Luther held Joyce in his arms, whispering softly, "This time, can you let me handle it alone? You
shouldn't go. Firstly, your presence might provoke Athena. Secondly, with your belly getting bigger, it's
inconvenient and makes you an easier target. You know I'm worried. Knowing you and the children are
safe is the greatest support for me. If you trust me, leave it to me."
Joyce deeply looked into Luther's eyes, his sincerity and earnestness were undeniable. She couldn't
refuse. "Hmm, I'll do as you say," she agreed, though she was worried about Luther. But since he put it
that way, she didn't want to be a burden. She had never believed in the so-called history between him
and Athena; she only trusted him.
Felix glanced at them indifferently, as if he suddenly remembered something, and abruptly stood up.
Thinking of the past, he remembered the recorder he accidentally found in the storeroom, the one he
had recorded the evidence of what had happened between Luther and Athena in the past. It was time
to expose everything.
"Wait for me here. I just remembered something. I'll go home and get it. If anything happens, call me
immediately, wherever you are, and I'll rush over," Felix said.
"Felix, what are you going back for?" Luther hadn't finished his question when Felix had already
disappeared.
Joyce and Luther looked at each other, puzzled.
Soon after, Vicki returned from making the call, but Felix was nowhere to be seen.
"Where's Felix?" she asked.
"He suddenly said he remembered something and went back to get it. He didn't say what it was,"
Luther replied.
Vicki frowned, "At this time, what's he so agitated about? It's really unsettling."
"Forget about him. Just now, I received important news," Vicki sat down. "Christian told me that ever
since Athena escaped from him, he has been looking for her. But she has hidden herself so well that he
hasn't found her whereabouts yet. However, his people have received reliable information. After Cloud
left, someone has taken over Cloud's position and is temporarily assisting Athena."
"Who is it?" Joyce was eager to know; this was crucial.
"This person is named Aldis, a native of the Rohomes people. He's said to be very mysterious and
resourceful. We can't find out more specific details for now. The only thing we can confirm is that Aldis
should be associated with Clint, not from the Yoshikawa family. Christian said that if the Yoshikawa
family had such a figure, he would have heard of it," Vicki picked up the teacup in front of her and took
a couple sips, feeling her throat much more comfortable.
"Clint?" Luther frowned, "This is a headache. I'm most afraid when these things involve the royal family;
it becomes even more difficult to handle. I believe Aldis is the one pulling the strings behind the
kidnapping. He must be flawless."
"It might not be a bad thing," Vicki smirked, "Christian believes that he must be involved this time, he
wants to clean house. Since it concerns Athena, he won't sit idly by. Christian said that Clint's people
might not be entirely loyal to Athena, and this can be used to our advantage."
"Valid point," Joyce nodded in agreement, "After all, they're not from her own clan."
"Mr. Warner, what's wrong with you? You seem a bit off-color," Vicki noticed Luther's subtle change and
asked.
Joyce immediately became nervous; she held onto Luther's arm, turned him around, and held his face,
examining it carefully.
"Are you feeling unwell? Why is your forehead sweaty?"
Luther forced a smile, "What's wrong with you all? Why so nervous? Don't overthink things. It's hot, a
little sweat is normal. I was just lost in thought for a moment."
He gently reassured Joyce, "It's nothing, I'm fine. Look carefully, I'm okay."
VVicki remained silent, but she had clearly noticed Luther's fleeting furrowed brow and painednovelbin
expression. She knew about Luther's unresolved poisoning, but she chose not to bring it up; she didn't
want to add to Joyce's stress. So, she refrained from speaking further.
First, deal with the troublesome situation at hand, and then move forward step by step. With this in
mind, a fierce determination flashed in Vicki's eyes. Even if Westbrook wasn't caught, she would
intervene. On one hand, she would eliminate OGW to eliminate future troubles, and on the other hand,
Joyce's kindness didn't mean she couldn't do what needed to be done. If they couldn't do it, if Christian
couldn't bring himself to act due to old affections, then she would personally send Athena to her end.
She was determined not to let Athena harm anyone else. Christian had been her former master, and
she had helped him a lot; this was her way of repaying him. Athena had to be removed.
Joyce remained anxious. Disregarding Vicki's presence, she nestled into Luther's embrace. "Don't be
brave. If you're not feeling well, you must speak up. Even if you don't show up, we can find a way to
resolve this."
Luther shook his head. "How could I not show up? I sowed the seeds of this problem; I must be the one
to end it. Trust me, I know what to do. I won't let you worry."
Joyce nodded, but her arms tightened around him, drawing him closer.
Vicki glanced at them, finding them overly affectionate, and couldn't help but chuckle. "Joyce, I've never
seen you like this. When did you become so dependent?"
"Don't tease me," Joyce shot Vicki a look, "You're always so unfiltered."
Vicki chuckled again, "Alright, I won't tease you. Is that okay?"
Joyce let out a light hum.
The previously tense atmosphere between them finally eased a little.