Chapter 741
+25 BONUS
Margaret glared at Ruby, resentment burning in her eyes. How could Ruby, working at such a good company, possibly be broke? She must have been planning to abandon Hansel!
Across from her sat Alex Douglas, a man in his 40s with one eye blind, a scarred face, and a menacing
demeanor.
“Are you sure if I bring her back, you’ll pay me 3,000 dollars? Alex asked.
Margaret clenched her teeth. “Of course, Duncan agreed to give 40,000 dollars as a dowry. As soon as i get the money, I’ll give you 3,000 dollars.”
Alex sneered. “Giving me just 3,000 dollars out of 40,000 dollars? Seems a bit unfair, don’t you think?
Margaret was surprised by his sudden change of tone, and her expression darkened. “Alex, don’t try to raise the price. You know that money is for saving my son’s life. Trying to take advantage of me now? That’s just cruel!”
Alex looked at her mockingly. “You’re willing to throw your daughter into the fire just to save your son. Who’s more inhumane here?”
Margaret fumed. “Are you going to do it or not? If not, I’ll find someone else!”
“Of course I’ll do it. It’s a freebie that just dropped in my lap,” Alex replied.
“Then hurry up! I promised I’d be back tonight,” Margaret snapped.
Without another word, Alex got up and left the food joint.
As Margaret watched his figure vanish into the crowd, she felt a surge of anticipation. As long as Alex brought Ruby back, they could save Hansel!
On her way back to the dorm from Prospectus Technology, Ruby needed to pass through a quiet alley.
Not long after entering, her anxiety intensified, and her pace quickened. Suddenly, she thought she heard footsteps behind her.
Although the other person was trying to match her speed, she still sensed it.
She whipped around, but the alley was empty under the streetlights, and her own breathing was the only sound breaking the silence.
Taking a deep breath, she turned back and hurried forward.
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