Chapter 1285
Albert’s impatient voice echoed from the room. “You can’t even pick up a cereal bowl, you damned girl!
Get in now!”
“The case is heavy, dad!” Desireeined.
Desiree struggled to hold onto the case, but it relentlessly pressed on her arms.
Meanwhile, Lena chuckled. Her petite figure remained hidden behind the case, and she wore a cap
obscuring half of her face.
d in the hotel’s uniform, Desiree wouldn’t have recognized her, especially in her panicked state.
Lena firmly pressed down on the case.
Overwhelmed by the weight of both the case and the person, Desiree couldn’t bear the load. “Come
here, dad! I—”
Before Desiree could finish her sentence, Lena heard Albert’s hurried footsteps approaching. She
realized that her opportunity hade.
She exerted force and pushed the case forcefully, catching Desiree off guard. Desiree stumbled and
was pushed right into Albert, who was approaching.
“Ahh!”
Albert leaped back, reacting quickly to the unexpected collision.
Taking advantage of the chaos, Lena used the case as a tform tounch herself into the room. She
and Albert pointed their guns at each other in just a few strides.
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However, he was too slow. Lena shielded Janine, showing no fear on her young face.
Albert dared not make any sudden moves. At that tense moment, he noticed a mocking smirk on
Lena’s face.
“You…”
Lena raised her pistol high, aiming at his head, “Mr. Harper, care to make a bet with me?”
Albert scoffed. “Hah! Do you think you can leave here unharmed, you dumb blonde?”
Lena muttered to herself, “I’ll bet your life!”
Although Albert didn’t take her seriously, her words angered him.
He roared, the sound of him loading the gun echoing in the tense atmosphere. Lena stood her ground,
knowing a bullet might being her way.
Suddenly, a loud crash of ss shattered the moment.
Albert’s eyes widened in fear, frozen like he had seen a ghost. The room filled with the smell of gunfire.
With a thud, he copsed to the ground.
Desiree screamed at the top of her lungs.
Lena shot her a cold nce, then advanced and kicked her in the chest. “Shut up!”
Just then, the police arrived. They untied Janine and rushed her to the hospital.
“Grandma!”
“Mom!”
Zephyr and Cordelia sprinted over, followed by Zuko and Toph, all in a state of chaos.
Lina rushed to Lena, pale from fright, trying to maintainposure. She thoroughly checked Lena
before suddenly breaking down in tears.
“W-What’s wrong?” Lena felt uneasy. “Am I okay?”
Lina choked, unable to find the words to respond.
In truth, everyone felt the same as she did. They had been on edge during the ordeal, suppressing their
fear and trying to stay calm. They released all their pent-up terror and unease only now that it was over.
Lina smiled and hugged Lena, patting her back. “Don’t worry. I’ve got you.”
Zuko approached but struggled to find the right words to thank her.
“Thanks, Lena…”
“Are you two done?” Lena stopped smiling. “Okay, go do what you should. Just leave me alone!”
He nodded.
As Zuko turned around, holding onto Lina, he suddenly noticed something peculiar about Lena—she
always wore a serious expression when around others. She was quite an odd character.
Despite this realization, he couldn’t help but smile.
Lena was his grandmother’s lifesaver. Chris wouldn’t have had the chance to shoot Albert if she hadn’t
volunteered.
Zuko felt indebted to her and wanted to repay the favor. But how?
“Zuko!” A sudden voice interrupted his train of thought.
Chris approached them with confident strides, his sniper gun resting on his back. He didn’t seem like
someone who had just been through a dangerous situation.
After nodding at Zuko and Lina, Chris noticed that he and Lena were wearing identical ck
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“It was… you?” he questioned Lena, who remained expressionless and cold.
“Yes, she was the one who worked with you.” Zuko chimed in with a smile. “Surprised, huh?”
“I must admit, I am,” Chris replied, unable to tear his gaze away from Lena. “I had expected to partner
with an experienced police officer at the very least. I didn’t think it would be… someone who looks like
a high schooler!”
Lena red at him and walked away without a word.
Confused, Chris turned to Zuko. “Did I say something wrong?”
“Not at all,” Zuko reassured him with a pat on the shoulder. “She’s a bit unusual, but she’s kind. You’ll
see once you get to know her.”
After some casual conversation, they rushed to the hospital to visit Janine and give their statements to
the police.
–
Thankfully, Janine’s injury wasn’t severe—just a minor wound on her head.
But considering her age, she needed time to heal from the shock and injury.
Albert was also admitted to the hospital.
Chris, an outstanding sniper, had deliberately aimed one centimeter away from Albert’s heart, sparing
his life to secure his confession for the authorities. Once healed, Albert would face the consequences
of thew.
Desiree, his aplice, was sent to a detention center, awaiting legal punishment.
–
After the storm subsided, Toph organized a gathering, attended by Jacob and Abigail, besides their
usual group, The Happy Four.
However, the VIPs of the event were Chris and Lena.
Preferring the countryside to five-star hotels and formalities, Toph chose a beautiful suburban location
with a blue sky, fluffy clouds, and a clear stream, allowing the young attendees to fully embrace their
youth.
They brought camping gear, pic baskets, and barbecue supplies.
Toph took charge of grilling meat, chicken wings, and mushrooms effortlessly, impressing Lina with his
culinary skills.
“Toph is amazing!” Lina eximed after tasting the food. “The meat is perfectly cooked! Crispy on the
outside and tender inside. The second Hamerton heir has quite the talent!”