Return of the Crowned Heiress novel Chapter 651

Scarlet remained wary of Maurice. Even though he appeared harmless, she still didn't trust him. "Can you give me my boss back?"

Instead of handing Felicia over, Maurice lifted her unconscious body into his arms and started walking down the mountain.

Scarlet gritted her teeth in frustration. But with her injuries, she could not take Felicia back by force. Scarlet swallowed her anger and had no choice but to follow him.

Maurice didn't seem to have any ill intentions. He carefully placed Felicia inside the car, grabbed a blanket from the side, and draped it over her. His actions were surprisingly gentle.

Dawn had arrived. The first light of daybreak painted the sky in shades of blue, resembling an ocean. Golden rays of sunlight soon pierced through the clouds, casting a dazzling glow. Behind them, the monstrous mountain from the night now looked serene and majestic.

Light fell across Felicia's face. Even in her sleep, she was restless. Her brows were furrowed as if she was trapped in a nightmare.

Maurice turned around. Scarlet, who had just finished treating her wounds, glanced up and found herself meeting Maurice's dark gaze. At the same time, she realized there was a gun pointed straight at her.

Scarlet's eyes widened as she instinctively reached for the weapon at her waist, only to grasp at empty air. Her gun, the one Felicia had given her, and the same one she used just yesterday while chasing that hooded man, was somehow snatched by Maurice.

Scarlet remained frozen, not daring to make any sudden moves. If she remembered correctly, there was still one last bullet in that chamber.

"Answer my questions," Maurice said impatiently. But if one listened closely, there was a subtle change in his tone near the end. "Why is Felicia out of control? She was fine before."

Scarlet shrugged, her expression a mix of innocence and helplessness. "How would I know? I'm just as anxious as you are. That's why I've been investigating. I almost had a lead today, but that guy ran, and now, the trail is cold."

Maurice would usually tie someone up and beat the truth out of them. And if one beating wasn't enough, he would make it worse. No matter how stubborn a person was, everyone had a breaking point.

And yet, he hadn't done that to Scarlet. Why? Because she was someone close to Felicia. So, he was showing restraint.

That alone was already shocking enough.

Maurice's subordinates and the driver looked dumbfounded. Their widened eyes reflected their disbelief.

Scarlet wasn't stupid. She could feel the pressure of the gun barrel and Maurice's killing intent.