The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never

Hannah smiled subtly, choosing not to mount a vigorous defense.

She simply stated, Let me assure you of one thing.

If I intended to obliterate the evidence, I certainly wouldnt have allowed Dotson to send the sample for testing.

With a shake of her head while looking at Remington, she continued, If I were truly orchestrating all of this, do you think I would spare Petersons life? Standing mere inches from Remington, she asserted, Killing you would be effortless for me, as easy as pie.

And after you, Peterson would be just as simple to dispatch.

Im certain youve already deduced as much, havent you? Observing the change in his expression, Hannah added, Alright, Mr.

Lyons, theres no need for these tests.

It should be crystal clear to you that if I decide to act, nobody could thwart me.

Remington fell silent for a moment before nodding in agreement.

Miss Moore, your acumen is undeniable.

Then surely, you realize that todays events are targeted directly at you, correct? Hannah looked away thoughtfully and nodded. He stabbed Peterson and destroyed the corpse because he fears I might uncover something damaging about him.

He aimed to entangle me in the Lyons familys troubles.

Thankfully, youre not naive, or I wouldve been compelled to take action.

Remington gave a wry smile.

Now that Peterson is incapacitated, it appears Im the only one left unscathed.

Hannah grinned at him and replied, Congratulations.

Its unfortunate that youre the final target.

If he doesnt target you next, then I must congratulate you even more, for you would have dodged a major bullet.

When Remington heard her words, the expression in his eyes shifted.

Yes, youre right.noveldrama

If he halts after dealing with Peterson… I will indeed be both the greatest winner and the primary suspect.

My father will certainly not overlook this.

Youve amassed considerable influence over the years.

Surely, if you were to confront your father, you wouldnt be at a disadvantage, would you? Miss Moore! The mention of his family caused Remington to cut her off abruptly.

Lets not discuss that further! Remington exhaled deeply.

Ill arrange for someone to guard you until Peterson is out of danger.

Youd better protect yourself, Hannah retorted.

I dont need your concern.

Amid their conversation, Hannahs phone chimed.

She glanced at her phone, and the smile vanished from her face.

She looked up at Remington.

I have some news for you. The test results are in.

Remingtons brow furrowed.

Did they find any poison in his system? No.

The sample we sent off revealed the presence of an unaccounted- for substance-sleeping pills.

Remingtons composure snapped, and he slammed his hand on the table.

He demanded icily, Who in the world did this? The police apprehended a man today.

Are you familiar with him at all? Remington inhaled deeply, attempting to regain his composure.

On my way here, I reviewed the photos the police sent me.

I dont recognize him.

Hannah glanced at her watch and stated, Ive found the information you needed.

I wont linger here unnecessarily.