The Deadly Assassin Robin Novel

At that moment , she seemed less like an untouchable heiress and more like a delicate woman completely enveloped in the warmth of love .

Her body trembled slightly as she snuggled against Robin , her face glowing with contentment .

The onlookers were left speechless , utterly stunned by the sight before them .

They had expected the proud , distant Luella , but instel , they saw a woman filled with adoration , her every move radiating tenderness .

Robin gently patted her shoulder .

Yes , its beautiful , he said with a smile .

Lets go .

We can talk in the car .

Suddenly , Cyril stepped forward , holding up the bet contract and pushing through the crowd toward Robin .

He glanced at Pierre , still looking confused , before flashing a sly grin .

Mr.

Ramsey , you forgot something , Cyril said with a knowing smile .

Robin paused , his gaze settling on the contract in Cyrils hand , his eyes narrowing slightly as he grasped the situation .

Mr.

Higgins , what is it ? Robin asked , his tone indifferent .

Cyril bowed slightly .

Oh , I just wanted to remind you about the bet with Captain Pierre .

Dont you think it should be honored ? Robin gave a casual smile .

Of course , it should be .

Yeah , isnt there a bet between Mr.

Ramsey and Captain Pierre ? Mona suddenly chimed in , her voice full of challenge .

She shot a daring look at Pierre , her eyes gleaming .

Pierre , seething with anger at the mocking stares around him , felt his temper flare .

Just recently , these same people had been flattering him , even bowing before him .

Now , witnessing the growing closeness between Luella and Robin , they had all turned against him , mocking him at every turn .

Cyril led the charge , with the other representatives eagerly joining in , all calling for the bet to be fulfilled .

a Everyone here is an elite from all over the world .

Surely we all understand the importance of honoring a contract .

This bet must be kept ! they called in unison .

Luella turned to Robin , her curiosity piqued by the conversation .

Mr.

Ramsey , what kind of bet did you have with Pierre ? Can I see the contract ? she asked .

Of course , Robin said , gesturing for Cyril to pass the contract to her .

Cyril bowed deeply .

Ms.

Luella , its an honor to meet you .

Im Luella didnt even acknowledge his greeting , simply taking the contract from him and scanning it .

Her smile faded as she finished reading , and her expression turned icy .

Pierre , you made a bet with Mr.

Ramsey ? she scoffed .

What a joke ! With your status , what gives you the right to challenge Mr.

Ramsey ? she said sharply Now grovel ! 3/4 60 % 2 The delicate woman they had just seen had transformed into a commanding presence , her authority so palpable it sent a chill through the air .