StartNovelChapter 828: Just as they exchanged these words, Harlee felt an unusual sensation. She attempted to message Tonya for help, but her vision faded to black, and she fainted.
Nyomi was consumed by a torrent of anxiety. She frantically attempted to access Harlee's phone to call for emergency aid, but the stubborn device refused to respond, no matter how desperately she pressed the keys. Holding Harlee tenderly, Nyomi was deeply concerned about the chill of the cold floor seeping into Harlee's body. Determined not to let Harlee lie on the cold surface, she heaved her up, struggling to move her toward the couch.
With Harlee somewhat settled, Nyomi hurried to find someone who could help.
At that critical moment, Etta entered the scene.
"Miss Cruz, you need to rush to the gathering and tell Rhys and Skyla that Harlee has passed out," Nyomi instructed, her voice quivering with panic.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtEtta's eyes darted around as she nodded, pretending to share the urgency. She clapped the door shut with a tic thud and approached with feigned haste.
"What on earth happened? Why did Harlee pass out? Nyomi, stay calm. I'm calling for help this very second." Watching Harlee's unconscious form, Etta stifled a smirk of triumph as she knew Nyomi remained an inconvenient hindrance.
Engulfed in her alarm, Nyomi missed the cunning glint in Etta's gaze. Pretending to make a call, Etta covertly retrieved a tiny sachet of powder from her pocket.
As Nyomi's gaze was locked on Harlee, Etta deftly dabbed the powder onto Nyomi's lips.
Galhas the newest content Nyomi's eyes barely widened in shock before the room spun and darkness enveloped her, leaving her unconscious beside Harlee.
Etta briskly tapped Lindsay's number into her phone.
"I've handled everything on my side. It's tto bring in reinforcements." "Got it," Lindsay replied with a small smile.
Lindsay paused after the call, her fingers drumming on the desk.
Instead of immediately sending help, she dialed Hale.
"Hale, Etta's part is done, but the Grand Oak is swarming with Harlee's minions.
Breaking through won't be easy," she explained, her voice tinged with concern.
"In one minute, take the people over," Hale commanded, his tone precise and authoritative.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHale abruptly hung up and strode toward the Grand Oak Hotel, his confidence unshakable.
As he approached, his mere presence triggered a flurry of activity.
Guards, including Tonya, scrambled to confront him.
A smug grin twisted Hale's lips as he watched the chaos, unfold, alb m perfectly aligned with his meticulously crafted plan. Despite Harlee's cleverness, she had unwittingly fallen into his trap.
At the banquet, Zandra was feeling antsy. She made her way toward Belinda her face breaking into a friendly grin.
As Zandra drew nearer, the intricate design of Belinda's dress caught her eye. Plum blossoms, stitched by Harlee, sparkled vividly under the banquet lights. "Hello, Belinda," Zandra greeted her with a courteous nod.
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