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Chapter 171 回 55 vouchers When Joshua received Xylia's message, he had already obtained clues about the mastermind and was hurrying over . Dark circles shadowed his eyes , but when he saw her simple greeting message , his tense expression softened . Almost without thinking , he replied . [ Work is going smoothly . Wait for me . ] Xylia didn't expect such a quick response . At the very moment she saw Joshua's reply , she was momentarily taken aback . Upon seeing the words ' wait for me , Xylia's heart skipped a beat . She forced herself to reply calmly . [ Please stay safe .

] A faint smile traced the corner of Joshua's lips . In that moment , the fatigue of countless sleepless nights seemed to vanish . He decided to quickly finish the affairs of Kregonia and return to see her as soon as possible . Moreover , he had a strong premonition that good news would be waiting in Norhill . They exchanged a few more words . Joshua reminded her , without shame , not to forget what he'd said before leaving , then asked about her recent days . By the time the conversation ended , the vehicle carrying him had already reached its destination .

After putting away his phone , all traces of gentleness vanished from his face , replaced by a cold , detached calm . He no longer looked like the same man who had just been chatting tenderly with Xylia His location was the most prosperous , yet also the most impoverished district in Kregonia . Makeshift huts built from dilapidated rain shelters encircle the outer ring , while inside stood an ancient castle constructed of gold . An impoverished , gaunt man turned his head expressionlessly , fixing his luminous gaze on Joshua , as though expecting alms ..

Joshua's gaze carried a hint of caution . 8:19 Thu , Sep 18 N Chapter 171 " If I don't come out in one hour , proceed as planned . " The man seated in the driver's seat nodded . a stepped toward the Golden Castle . 55 vo His leather shoes stepped into the muddy ground , and fine droplets of muddy water splashed up . The ragged onlookers watched in silence as he strode toward the Golden Castle . Inside , a bodyguard greeted him . " Mr. Garcia , you've finally arrived . " The bodyguard led Joshua into the hall . Four people are playing Bridge at a table - two women and two men .

The women kept their heads bowed the entire time , as if they were merely there to accompany the two men playing bridges . One of the men was Burke , who was flamboyantly dressed in a pink suit , wore hair gel , and had neatly combed hair . He clenched a cigar in his mouth , the corners of his lips curved , and his eyes glinted with a hint of bloodlust . Another man , dressed in a black suit , sat with his back to Joshua Burke kept his hands moving and shot a glance at Joshua . " Mr. Garcia , since it's still early , care to play a few rounds ? " Joshua said indifferently , " No.

" " You can't ? " Burke suddenly burst into loud laughter . " Is there really something in this world that even you Joshua Garcia , can't do ? " Burke looked at another man . " Mr. Smert , isn't this hilarious ? " As the man in black turned slowly , Joshua froze in place . Almost in an instant , the fury rising in his eyes nearly burned away his reason . Rain finally fell in Norhill .

Though she hadn't spoken much with Joshua , Xylia felt lighter ; much of the emotional burden she had been carrying during this period was considerably alleviated 8:19 Thu , Sep 18 N Chapter 171 55 vouchers When she left the office , Sheryl and Josie noticed the smile at the corner of her lips and looked at her teasingly . Josie was arranging the fabric in her hands . " Ms. Sadler , done chatting with your boyfriend ? " Josie said . Facing the teasing gazes of Sheryl and Josie , Xylia's checks flushed . " Quick , help me down . I'm going back now ." " Yes . Ms.

Sadler " Josie set down the fabric and walked over to Xylia . Josie supported her carefully , step by step , while Sheryl lugged the wheelchair downstairs . Outside the door , the rain fell in slanted sheets , forming a patch of deep darkness . Josie furrowed her brows . " Is Hudson not coming to pick you up ? " Xylia said , " Leon is picking me up today . Perhaps he was delayed on the way . " " Leon ? " Sheryl practically screamed . She crouched in front of Xylia , eyes wide and sparkling . " Are you talking about Leon Sadler ?

The top - tier Best Actor who can sing , dance , and act , Leon Sadler , right ? " Her voice shook with excitement . Xylia saw Sheryl become so excited when she heard her idol's name that she spoke incoherently . " So you're a fan ? " Sheryl nodded emphatically and said , " Hardcore ! " She composed herself before realization struck . " Wait , why would he pick you up ? You both have the same surname ... don't tell me ... " Josie cut in casually from the side . " They're siblings . By blood ." " Ah ! " Sheryl's scream was even louder than the thunder outside . Xylia covered her ears .

She was also a fan of Leon . When she first met Leon , her reaction was not as dramatic as Sheryl's . " Am I dreaming ? I get to work with Leon's sister ? Oh no - for Leon's sister ! " 8:19 Thu , Sep 18 N Chapter 171 155 vouchers Sheryl suddenly grasped Xylia's hand and said earnestly , " Ms. Sadler , I'll work hard and strive to achieve more than triple the performance this quarter . Could I maybe get a photo with him later ? " Xylia smiled and said . " I'll ask . If he refuses , I'll tie him up and bring him over so you can take a photo together . Is that okay ?

" Sheryl's gaze toward Xylia grew even more intense . " Ms. Sadler , I swear to follow you to the end of my life . " Xylia and Josie both burst into laughter . Just then , a sleek black car stopped outside . A man who looked like a bodyguard stepped out with an umbrella . " Ms. Sadler , Mr. Sadler had something come up and asked me to pick you up and take you home first . " Xylia looked at the dejected Sheryl . She gave her shoulder a few comforting pats and said , " Don't Her words reignited Sheryl's excitement worry , there'll be other chances .

" Xylia was escorted into the car by the bodyguards . Sheryl and Josie watched as that car departed . Sheryl was about to go upstairs to continue working , but Josie lingered at the doorway , her disappearing taillights . gaze fixed on the " Josie , stop looking , the car's already gone far away , I didn't expect you'd be so reluctant to part with Ms. Sadler . " However , Josie ignored Sheryl's teasing . She suddenly said , " Sheryl , that car had no license plate . " " Huh ? " Sheryl blinked , a bit lost . At that moment , another black Maybach stopped at the entrance of the studio .

Leon walked over , holding an umbrella , his stride reminiscent of a model . Upon seeing Josie , he raised a brow and greeted her . " Josie , I've come to pick up Xylia . " Sheryl and Josie froze in shock , their eyes locked on his impossibly handsome face . Meanwhile , inside the first car , Xylia caught a strange scent . 8:19 Thu , Sep 18 N Chapter 171 She remembered that there was no such scent in Leon's car . Leon's The bodyguard ahead focused on driving . 55 Vouchers The sound of rain pattered intermittently outside the window as Xylia looked out absent - mindedly .

The scenery along the street gradually grew unfamiliar . A sudden , intense fear arose in her heart , and she looked once again in disbelief at the person in the driver's seat . Through the rearview mirror , he met her eyes , flashing a triumphant smile . 8:19 Thu , Sep 18 M Chapter 172 Chapter 172