Chapter 2106
As Ivy watched them go, she curled up in the corner of her bed, hugging her knees to her chest, silent, refusing to engage with the buzz-cut thug guarding her. Only now did she know the guy’s name was Jack.
She was especially longing for Balfour’s arrival, wondering if he would rescue her.
When those two goons brought in the culprit, she was supposed to make the transfer.
But the credit limit on the card Balfour gave her was maxed out, and if he did not show up in time, she was afraid this time she might….
A sourness tickled Ivy’s nose, but she knew tears were the last thing she needed.
Yet, she could not help but remember the previous night at home, with Balfour and herself each at their desks, buried in their work.
They did not talk much, and Balfour’s affections were for someone else, but just being in the same room with him, sitting in silence, was enough to give Ivy a sense of peace.
This stark contrast between the warmth of the Howard residence and the chilling, unfinished building she was in now was almost too much to bear.
She yearned to leave this place, return to the Howard family home, and sleep soundly in her own bed.
Just moments ago, she had been mentally exhausted from dealing with the thugs, and now, though she had caught her breath, she could not truly relax, leaning powerless against the wall.
The damp, cold odor seeped from the stained wall, causing Ivy to furrow her brow involuntarily.
Out of the corner of her eye, she saw Jack flipping a switchblade, a silent warning that any thoughts of escape were futile.
Meanwhile, Raven had texted Clara to come downstairs.
“Is your task done?” Clara asked, puzzled. It seemed too quick.
There’s been a little hiccup. Ivy’s in our car, and we want to ensure we have the right person. You should come and identify her, just to be sure,” Raven lied smoothly, knowing Clara’s eagerness to see Ivy’s downfall.
Sure enough, Clara immediately asked for his location.
“We’re at the corner under your building, in a blind spot for the cameras. Wear a hat so you don’t leave any
evidence.”
Fully disguised, Clara headed downstairs, not knowing that her eagerness to witness Ivy’s defeat led her straight into a trap-a pair of strong hands clamped over her mouth and nose.
Why? She could only feel the world spinning before collapsing into unconsciousness.
One of these thugs, Blondie, dragged Clara into the car.
Once they left the city, the excitement was evident on his face as he exclaimed, “Boss, that trick was genius. The minute Clara heard Ivy was caught, she couldn’t sit still! What’s the deal with these two ladies anyway? Why does she hate Ivy so much?”
Raven drove calmly while replying, “Isn’t it always the same with people? It’s either fame or fortune. And between women, it might also be over a man, just like guys who fight over girls.”
“Man, I never realized how scary a woman could be when she’s out for blood!”
Raven glared, reminding him to stay focused. “All we need to do is fulfill Ivy’s request and wait for the transfer. Don’t worry about the rest. Just make sure our guest doesn’t wake up and start screaming.”
“Heh, got it, Boss! I’m just not used to seeing this much cash, so I’m a bit excited.
Hey, Boss, after this job, let’s go abroad. No one knows us there; we can start fresh, maybe start a business or something!”
