StartNovelChapter 1318: Cedric hurried after her, grumbling under his breath, “You tricked me! You were planning to go all along!" Daniela threw him a sideways glance.
Cedric had already moved to open the car door.
Carol flashed a smile at Daniela, who climbed into the car with a resigned sigh. As they neared the McCoy family residence, Daniela gave a piece of advice. "Hamilton invited us to dinner today. Just as you suspected, he might see you as a suitable option. If anyone asks, just mention that you're following my plan." Once Daniela finished speaking, Cedric stayed quiet.
Daniela glanced at Cedric.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtCedric inquired, “Does this mean you're lettingstay here?" Carol, driving the car, glanced over and teased, "Cedric, you're improving." Cedric laughed, glancing at Daniela. "What's your take?" Daniela didn't respond.
Cedric shook his head. "If you don't agree, I'll just barge in later and claim I'm ready to join the McCoy family." Daniela was about to speak when the car cto a halt.
Hamilton's personal secretary stood by the door, accompanied by a muscular man in a suit, likely Hamilton's newly hired bodyguard.
Daniela instantly recognized him as a trained fighter.
Cedric glanced at him, his gaze lingering briefly.
"Got it," Daniela replied, not in the mood for humor. Opening the car door and stepping out, she whispered to Cedric, "Stay close once we're inside. Don't stray." For updates, visit Galovs.co Cedric nodded, his face serious. "Got it." The house was enormous.
The path was illuminated with bright lights.
They followed the secretary and the muscular man into the house.
Halfway down the hallway, the lights suddenly flickered out with a snap.
The surroundings were immediately engulfed in eerie darkness.
Daniela instinctively lifted her hand, positioning Cedric behind her. In the next instant, she felt a powerful punch heading toward her.
Just as she prepared to retaliate, she felt a gentle tug on her arm.
Reflexively, she dodged the blow. A loud noise rang out.
The sound of fists clashing echoed.
Daniela spun around in shock, but the darkness was so dense, like an m endless black veil, that she couldn't see a thing. She assumed it was Carol.
She called out, "Carol?"
But Carol's voice cfrom afar. "We're under attack" The sound of a scuffle Fallowed.
Daniela furrowed her brow. Just as she was about to speak, she heard O1 footsteps behind her. Just as she prepared to strike, a deep voice said, "It's me." Daniela felt something secure around her wrist. "Don't worry. I'll keep you safe," Cedric reassured.
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