Chapter 1244

Chapter 1244:

Her relentless pursuit, leveraging the Perkins family’s influence, had revealed her hand. His proposal was nothing more than a calculated compromise, one he knew she couldn’t resist.

True to his predictions, after a thoughtful pause, Lilian rose with a practiced smile and glided to his side, her lips curving into a self-satisfied grin.

“Mr. Cooper, my feelings for you are genuine. I’m delighted you’re willing to give this a chance,” she said, leaning closer.

“Since you’re merely postponing our marriage, how could I possibly refuse… my boyfriend?”

Her smile brightened as she further invaded his personal space.

Jared met her serpentine gaze steadily, offering a measured nod.

“Indeed. I always honor my commitments.”

“Provided I consider you deserve it,” he added silently to himself.

“Shall we toast to our first day as a couple?” Lilian raised her glass, her eyes sparkling with what appeared to be enthusiasm and joy. Her happiness, though real, stemmed not from any genuine affection for Jared or pleasure in his company, but rather from the intoxicating satisfaction of having manipulated circumstances to her advantage.

“Cheers,” Jared said.

The musical note lingered in the air, bearing witness to their mutual deception as they raised their glasses in a mockery of celebration, each sipping wine with hidden agendas swirling like the crimson liquid in their glasses.

Across the city, framed by a towering floor-to-ceiling window, Madisyn stood in contemplative silence. One arm crossed defensively while the other supported her chin, her elegant figure casting a long shadow.

Just days before, she had briefed her superiors about Jared’s audacious plan to infiltrate the Perkins family through Lilian. The strategy had received their full endorsement.

As the evening deepened, her thoughts drifted to Jared’s current predicament. She wondered how their carefully orchestrated plan was unfolding in real time.

Madisyn’s reverie was interrupted by an incoming message.

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It read, “The mission of investigating the Perkins family has been revised. Rose and Wasp will maintain their current roles. Chief will be joining the investigation and proceeding to Estresa to support the operation.”

Madisyn’s eyes lingered on the word “chief,” her attention caught by the significance of the name. The codename belonged to a prominent figure within Qiviut Organization’s administrative division. Being stationed in the mission department alongside Wasp, Madisyn had never crossed paths with Chief, nor did she know their true identity. However, Chief’s reputation for excellence preceded them, and their involvement would undoubtedly accelerate the mission’s progress. Without hesitation, Madisyn responded, “Roger that.”

Just as she tucked away her phone, the sound of tires on gravel announced Andrew’s return. Madisyn descended the stairs to greet him. The past few days had kept them apart during dinner hours, with Andrew’s schedule growing increasingly demanding.

“Sweetheart,” he called out as she approached, “there’s something I need to tell you.”

Curiosity flickered across Madisyn’s face as Andrew guided her to the sofa, his hand gentle against hers.

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