Chapter 892
Bailey sighed to herself.
By assisting Juliana, it''s akin to nullifying Zeke and Huntley''s ns. But can I truly decline?
After enduring such immense adversity, Juliana''s unwaveringmitment to safeguarding her
family is undeniable. If the Hoffman family were to crumble, wouldn''t all her struggles have
been for naught?
Following a brief interlude of silence, Bailey eventually offered a feeble nod. “Very well, I''ll help
you. But keep in mind, you mustn''t divulge this to anyone else. This knowledge is restricted to
us. Is that clear?”
“Mm, I''ll listen to you, Master.”
After providing a few additional instructions, Bailey ultimately concluded the call.
Standing by the expansive floor-to-ceiling window, her gaze drifting over the garden scenery
beyond, her mind slowly began to wander.
f Juliana indeed seeds in rescuing the Hoffman family, Zeke''s aspiration of capturing
Juliana''s heart might remain unfulfilled.
Bailey found herself uncertain about the morality of her actions. Yet, in life, things seldom
adhere to a clear path, often spiraling beyond one''smand.
“What are you thinking about? You seemed so engrossed that you didn''t notice my entrance,
nor did you respond when I called your name.”
The rich, resonant voice of Artemis reverberated, prompting her to instinctively turn her head
toward the source.
“Julie just reached out to me. She wants me to covertly find out where Tucker has confined
Archie. I couldn''t refuse, so I agreed. This action might inadvertently disrupt my brother''s
ns.”
Artemis approached, his arm enveloping her. His slender lips gently traced a path along her
delicate cheek.
Bailey couldn''t help but shiver, her re sharpening as she scolded, “Show some restraint!
Don''t behave like a ruffian and treat women with disrespect whenever you encounter one.”
Artemis emitted a soft chuckle. “My wife is simply too irresistible; a single taste leaves me
craving more. I can''t be held responsible for that.”
Bailey reached out, clutching his waist with a mixture of annoyance and anger. “I''m trying to
have a serious discussion with you. Can you at least attempt to be serious?”
The domineering man guided her to perch on the windowsill, raising an eyebrow as he
remarked, “I bring tidings that might potentially resolve your current predicament. Would you
care to hear them?”
As she observed his enigmatic demeanor, Bailey''s curiosity was immediately piqued, and she
prodded, “Don''t keep me waiting. Just spill it out; no need for cryptic hints.”
The man responded with a smile, refraining from speaking as he leaned his handsome
countenance closer to hers, his intentions evident even without words.
Unable to resist, Bailey rolled her eyes before dutifully pressing a kiss onto his cheek.
This instance left Artemis utterly captivated; however, witnessing her earnest urgency, he
managed to rein in his impulses.
“When Sofie got wind that Zoey managed to steal the Encyclopedia of Poison from Kurt, she
promptly issued orders to have Zoey captured. However, you and I are well aware that Kurt isn''t
an easy catch. Even Cameron''s endeavors to seize him have all proved fruitless. Could
someone as shrewd, cautious, and devious as Kurt possibly allow Zoey to snatch the
Encyclopedia of Poison from his grasp without countermeasures? It''s usible that he utilized
poison to exert control over Zoey, subsequently devising an borate scheme to ensnare Sofie.
Their intention seems to be coaxing Sofie into their trap and then swiftly reiming the
ssified documents she held. Just recently, I received a report from the spy I deployed to
monitor Sofie''s whereabouts. The woman and her lover have vanished; they haven''t surfaced
for over twenty hours.”
Bailey''s eyes gleamed. “Are you implying that Zoey might have harmed Sofie? Furthermore, it''s
possible that Zoey now possesses the confidential documents pertaining to the Hoffman
family''s survival?”
“Indeed, it''s likely that Zoey will acquire it in due course, even if she hasn''t already. To ensure
her survival, Sofie will inevitably yield the document to her.”
Bailey''s expression registered a degree of bewilderment; she struggled to grasp his underlying
message.
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But if Zoey gains possession of that document, wouldn''t it spell doom for the Hoffman family
too? I find it highly improbable that Zoey would experience a sudden change of heart and
willingly hand the document to the Hoffmans.
“Mr. Luther, could you rify things a bit further? I''m admittedly a bit slow to catch on, and I''m
struggling to grasp the full picture.”
Artemis arched an eyebrow and grinned, posing a question, “Who does Zoey despise the
most?”
Without a second thought, Bailey blurted out, “Me.”
I do have some self-awareness, after all.
The man nodded, a smile gracing his lips. “Precisely. The person Zoey hates the most is you.
Were it not for your influence, she wouldn''t have been expelled from the Shurmer family. She''s
aware of your mentorship of Juliana and knows that you would safeguard the Hoffmans on her
behalf. Possessing that document grants Zoey the power to manipte you.”
With his subtle implication, Bailey fullyprehended the scenario. “So, you want me to
confront her, wrest the document from her grasp, and then what? What do I do next once I
secure the document?”
Artemis'' gaze grew intricate, lingering over her lower abdomen with a pointed curiosity.
Bailey found herself slightly puzzled. “Why are you staring at me like that? I''m asking you a
question; hurry up and answer it.”
“They say that women be denser during pregnancy. Are you pregnant? Is that why you
seem sillier now?”
At the peak of fury, Bailey burst outughing instead.
So this jerk thinks I''ve gone stupid!
“You were quite intensest night; my thoughts are all scrambled. Are you going to provide an
exnation or not? If not, then move aside.”
This statement immediately pleased the man, offering him a swift sense of aplishment.
“Fine, fine, I''ll tell you. No need to get so worked up. Once you acquire those confidential
documents, you can wield them against the senior figures within the Hoffman family. Presently,
they back Tucker due to the advantages he''s bestowed upon them. However, if they discern that
their allegiance to Tucker could lead to the downfall of the family, they''ll defect more promptly
than anyone else. While Tucker indeedmands the family''s might, this authority isn''t
concentrated solely in his hands; rather, it''s diffused among the elders. If you can employ the
documents to turn the elders against him, ousting Tucker from power bes usible.
Stepping back, even if this strategy falters, we can always rely on force to dethrone him. Yet,
you must truly brace yourself. As long as the Hoffman family endures, it''s possible your brother
won''t ever win Juliana''s affection.”
Bailey slumped against him, her frustration palpable. “You''ve circled around, but you haven''t
resolved my dilemma. Essentially, if the Hoffman family copses, Juliana suffers. Yet, if the
Hoffman family remains intact, my brother might lose his chance with his wife.”
The man nodded, amused. “There''s rarely a perfect solution in this world. We''ll take it step by
step. If all else fails, let Zeke work his charm on the girl, then conceive a child together. What is
done cannot be undone; she''ll have no option but to ept it. After all, which woman can resist
such advances?”
His word rendered Bailey speechless.
But I have to admit it''s a decent n. Previously, it was Juliana who pursued Zeke. Now, the
roles have reversed, and it''s Zeke who''s pursuing Juliana. I really have no grounds toin.
Within the infirmary''s study, Catherine was on the brink of departing with a stack of assessment
reports when Simon abruptly entered.
“Let''s talk.”
Catherine did not halt in her tracks. Just as she was on the verge of colliding with him, she
instinctively sidestepped to the left, intending to walk past him.
Seeing this, Simon hurried over and caught hold of her arm. “Am I some sort of menacing
creature? Ms. Rogers, don''t forget that it was you who entered my room and slept with me back
then. If anyone should be evading the other, it should be me sidestepping you.”
Catherine had toe to a standstill, and after a beat of silence, she retrieved a card from her
pocket and handed it to him.