Chapter 63
Chapter 63
Chapter 63
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“ Wendy . ” Stanley’s voice was calm but edged with something deeper . “ Mr. Hawk , you’ve been drugged ! ”
Stanley pressed his lips into a cold , tight line . He had already sensed the change in his body .
The two of them had been hiding behind the curtains , her soft body pressed against his and her delicate hand covering his mouth . He felt like fire was running through his veins ; his thoughts scattered , and his body betrayed him .
He’d fallen into the trap .
Stanley reached out and gripped Wendy’s slender arm , pulling her along with him as they left the scene .
Outside , chaos reigned . The crowd was thick , everyone watching the fight between the second and third branches of the family , completely oblivious to their departure .
Stanley guided Wendy away from the Crone family villa and into his own Rolls – Royce business luxury car .
Zayn , ever respectful , asked , “ Mr. Hawk , where to ? ”
“ Saville Villa , ” Stanley replied , his voice flat .
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Wendy was led into the Saville Villa – it was her first time here . Saville Villa , Stanley’s private retreat , was a place she’d never been allowed into before .
Now , unexpectedly , she found herself here , brought by Stanley , who had inhaled aphrodisiac gas .
Stanley tossed her into the master bedroom , his tone firm . Stay here and don’t wander off . ”
Wendy nodded , her voice soft . “ Okay . ”
Stanley turned and walked to his study .
In the study , he removed his suit jacket , trying to shake off the heat coursing through him .
Zayn’s voice cut through the stillness . “ Mr. Hawk , we’ve looked into it . Lilian had used the aphrodisiac gas in the room to lure Mrs. Hawk in . She intended for her nephew , Hank , to ruin Mrs. Hawk , but by accident , Trish was affected . ”
Stanley’s lips curled into a knowing smirk . “ This was no accident . Wendy used Lilian’s plan against her . She swapped herself with Trish , setting the stage for the drama at the birthday party . ”
Zayn understood immediately . “ Mr. Hawk , Mrs. Hawk is truly impressive . ”
A single woman , orchestrating the entire Crone family . How could she not be impressive ?
Stanley recalled the trouble Jessica had caused , only to be quietly exposed by Wendy . Then at the bar , with a single sentence , Wendy had driven a wedge between Jessica and Trish , exposing their fake friendship . And now , she had turned Edith’s 80th birthday into an unforgettable event .
Stanley thought of Wendy like a hardy plant that thrived in the harshest of conditions , her small body holding immense strength . At first , he had thought of her as just another housewife orbiting him . But slowly , he realized there was so much more to her . She seemed to have so many facets , all of which attracted others , drawing them in with an irresistible allure .
Zayn spoke again , his tone sympathetic . “ Mr. Hawk , Mrs. Lilian is Mrs. Hawk’s mother . To think she would do this to her own daughter … I feel sorry for Mrs. Hawk . ”
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Stanley’s chest tightened , his mind stirred by Zayn’s comment . Yes , she was so pitiful , so vulnerable .
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Wendy stayed in the bedroom , too nervous to wander .
This was Stanley’s room . She looked around , taking in the understated , luxurious decor – everything exuding a cool elegance , just like him .
A familiar , deep voice broke the silence . “ What are you looking at ? ”
Wendy spun around , startled . Stanley stood there , his presence filling the doorway . She hadn’t realized when he had returned .
Wendy , feeling caught , was suddenly self – conscious . She had been so curious about his room earlier , and now she was worried he had seen it all . She awkwardly took a step back . Her knee collided with the edge of the bed , and before she could steady herself , she tumbled onto the large bed .
Wendy froze , her face flushing with embarrassment . She wished she could dig a hole in the floor and disappear . She tried to get up , but Stanley was already standing in front of her . With his long legs , he towered over her .
Sitting on the bed , she had to look up at him , her small face tilting back to meet his gaze .
“ Um … Did you find the antidote ? Actually , I can help you . ”