Chapter 454
Serena watched anxiously at Cathy, waiting for her to stab the sharp blade into Maeve’s neck. But Cathy’s grip on the blade faltered
As Cathy withdrew her threat, guards swiftly intervened and pulled her away.
Marve stepped back, and Sergio hurried forward to inspect her for injuries.
His eyes caught a prominent red mark on her collarbone, causing him to pause momentarily.
“I’m fine. Thank you, Mr. Brooks,” Marve said, adjusting her clothes. With that, she distanced herself from Sergio
Serena’s expression soured as she stared intensely at Cathy, who stood caught in the moment. She wondered why Cathy hadn’t followed through with the attack on Maeve’s neck.
Cathy shot a cold glare back at Serena as if seeing through her malicious intentions.
Her stare made Serena panicked, she hadn’t anticipated the consequences if Cathy failed to harm Maeve and exposed their scheme.
Since Cathy hadn’t harmed Marve, her incriminating words could lead to suspicion and alert Maeve of their plans.
“Mr. Brooks, what should we do with her? one of the guards inquired.
Sergio’s chilly voice cut through, “Take her to the police station.
“Hold on,” Maeve interjected. “Leave her with me 1 had something to ask her.”
Her gaze lingered pointedly on Serena as she finished speaking.
Serena’s heart sank. She was certain Maeve had seen through her involvement, suspecting she had directed Cathy
“Proceed as she says,” Serglo instructed
With that, the guards escorted Cathy backstage.
Unable to stay seated, Serena approached Maeve with concern. Are you alright, Mrs. Brooks? Are you hurt?
Marve remained indifferent as Serena reached out to hold her hands. Pulling her hands back, she uttered, “Thanks, Ms. Norman.” “Come with me,” Sergio chimed, leading Maeve away.
Nearby, Conner watched the unfolding scene with a furrowed brow
Bailey questioned, “Mr. Jefferson, should we consider leaving now that filming is disrupted?”
After such chaos, continuing filming today was out of the question.
Conner took a deep breath and directed, “Go investigate. Today’s incident is far from simple. Report back to me tonight”
“Yes, Mr. Jefferson.”
Meanwhile, Sergio Ind Mave to an empty corridor.
“What did you want to discuss, Mr. Brooks?” she asked.
Sergio queried, “Why did you suddenly ask me to withdraw our investment yesterday afternoon?”
“Still, you withdrew it even without knowing why.”
“Because you told me to.”
Meeting Sergio’s gaze, Maeve looked away involuntarily. “I thought this project would incur losses, so cutting losses seemed prudent. There was nothing more to it.” “You were aware of today’s events beforehand, weren’t you? Sergio’s tone was firm
Maeve smiled faintly. “Mr. Brooks, if that’s your belief, then so be it”
“Marve, can’t you tell me the truth?”
Sergio reached out and gently opened Maeve’s collar, revealing a distinct red mark on her neck. As a man, he recognized it immediately
Maeve furrowed her brow and adjusted her collar. “If there’s nothing else, Mr. Brooks, I should take my leave.”
“Was it Zinn?” Sergio asked s