The Mafia Heiress's Comeback: She's More Than You Think novel Chapter 352

Chapter 352 Whoever Pays The Most Earns My Loyalty

Maren took her time, easing Carl into the conversation before dropping her real request–she wasn’t about to

risk scaring him off.

She had no doubt the Williams family would agree.

Recent events had made it obvious to Maren that the Williams family must have done their homework thoroughly, which explained their unusual eagerness to win her over.

Yet, Maren never for a second believed Shawn’s intentions were pure. His motives were clear as daylight–he wanted her to betray the Marshalls, paving the way for the Williams family’s takeover of Voutsas, nothing but a calculated exchange of power.

But Maren’s plan was simpler: she’d squeeze every resource out of the Williams family, without giving them anything real in return.

“Ms. Morgan, you must realize that once you accept my terms, you’re effectively one of us,” Carl said, his voice stern and tinged with surprise.

“Certainly. Wasn’t it you who messaged me before, suggesting I marry you?” Maren replied calmly.

For a brief instant, Carl paused, his expression hardening into contempt.

He had genuinely hoped Maren would prove Shawn wrong, but disappointment flooded him as he realized she was exactly the kind of superficial opportunist his brother had described.

Maren didn’t miss Carl’s shifting demeanor, finding his reaction surprisingly strange.

She thought Carl would be thrilled she agreed. Instead, he looked anything but pleased.

Truthfully, Maren understood that her strategy required convincing the Williams family she was driven solely by personal gain.

Only by appearing utterly consumed by ambition could she justify abandoning the Marshall family completely, earning the Williams family’s absolute trust.

The more self–serving she seemed, the safer they’d feel–certain she wouldn’t betray them since they could

offer her endless resources.

Meanwhile, Shawn laughed heartily.

The hidden camera he’d placed on Carl wasn’t only for surveillance; Shawn had secretly worried Carl might fall for Maren. Hearing her openly self–serving response assured Shawn that Carl would quickly lose interest. After all, Carl despised opportunistic women.

<Chapter 352 Whoever Pays The Most Fame My Loyalty

“Exactly as predicted–nobody on earth has the nerve to reject me.” Shawn murmured smugly to himself

Already, he envisioned his future Maren firmly under his control, expanding his dominance over Slatina, Fleotho, and Criala, with her beauty serving as his crown jewel,

Yet, back at the cafe, someone else wasn’t thrilled–Sawyer, sitting quietly beside Maren

Even though he knew Maren’s words were simply bait, hearing her speak that still troubled him deeply

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He had spotted Carl’s hidden camera from the start, and was certain Maren had noticed it too, so he had to suppress his frustration silently.

Unexpectedly, Maren grabbed the hem of his jacket discreetly under the table, signaling irritation

For a split second, Sawyer froze in confusion.

What did Maren want? Did she want him to act angry?

He looked toward Maren for clarity, then decided to trust her lead implicitly.

Without warning, Sawyer slammed his palm onto the table, startling Maren and Carl equally.

Maren was pretending.

Carl’s, however, was genuine taken aback. “What’s your problem, exactly?”

He was already annoyed with Maren for being a shallow woman.

The Williams family had briefly looked into Sawyer’s background and come up empty, he seemed to have appeared out of nowhere in Baimsa. Since no prominent Warren family existed within their scope, they’d paid

him little attention.

Because of this, Carl naturally felt provoked by Sawyer’s sudden aggressive display.

“My problem? Shouldn’t I be asking what you’re playing at?” Sawyer snapped harshly, casting aside his usual controlled facade.

“What exactly are you getting at?” Carl asked, completely lost. He hadn’t exchanged a word with Sawyer, so he didn’t understand why Sawyer was angry.

Honestly, Sawyer himself was unsure, quickly giving Maren an anxious glance for help.

Casually, Maren laughed and looped her arm around Sawyer’s elbow. “Allow me to clarify. Sawyer is a good friend. Those weapons used against your family came from him. He approached me long before you did, offering an alliance.”

Her revelation left both men speechless.