The Lost Heiress: Never Forgiven (Sierra Xander) novel Chapter 544

Chapter 544 A Clever Escape

Chapter 544 A Clever Escape

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Lately, more and more people had come seeking an audience with Jonathan – different factions, endless and complicated.

Jonathan refused to see any of them. He didn’t even bother visiting the Wynn family businesses, handling everything through remote instructions instead, spending all his time at home with Sierra.

In just over half a month, Sierra’s condition had visibly improved. She had gained a little weight, no longer looking as though the slightest breeze could knock her down.

During this period, Stone and the others visited often.

“Your place is still the most peaceful,” Mateo said enviously.

His own home was flooded with visitors these days, and it was driving him mad.

“If you like, you could stay here for a while,” Sierra offered.

Their place was usually too quiet, with very few people around.

“Forget it, it wouldn’t be proper.” Mateo really did want to, but the Wynn family’s rules made it seem inappropriate.

Jonathan gave him a glance. “You could stay down the mountain.”

He didn’t actually mind Mateo, but he preferred his time with Sierra not to be interrupted by a third wheel.

Down the mountain were several villas, mostly for the bodyguards, with some guest rooms left empty. It was quiet there, since very few people were allowed past the mountain gates. It would be more than enough for someone looking to hide away from the chaos.

“That works perfectly.” Mateo agreed immediately,

Draven decided to stay as well. The recent turmoil had disrupted even his work at the research institute, so he figured he might as well take a break.

Chapter 544 A Clever Escape

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Stone, however, wasn’t so lucky. He had no choice but to continue with his duties.

Mateo gave his shoulder a sympathetic pat. After some joking, Draven suddenly brought up serious news.

“Mr. Treno is in trouble. There’s an ongoing investigation, and Maddox has been removed from his position.”

The lively atmosphere chilled instantly.

Jonathan spoke calmly. “I won’t kick them while they’re down, but I won’t lend them a hand either.”

The moment Maddox had chosen to side with Victor, their friendship had ended.

Mateo nodded. They felt the same. And besides, this wasn’t even about whether they wanted to help – it wasn’t something they could interfere with at all.

This was just one episode in a greater conflict. Seeing the mood grow heavy, Sierra suggested they play poker.

Mateo looked at her in surprise. “Sierra, I didn’t think you had such a down–to- earth side.”

He had always thought she lived between the lab and her books, far removed from such games.

Sierra laughed. Was she really that otherworldly?

They played together, enjoying a rare moment of leisure.

As Jonathan laid down a card, he said, “It would be best for you to find an excuse to leave for a while, Come back when things have settled.”

For Mateo and Draven, this wasn’t a big problem. They were tied only to military projects and weren’t directly caught in the power struggles. But Stone was different. He had already requested a transfer, but it hadn’t been approved. Worse, the Haynes family had become a critical piece on the board.

Stone was troubled, distracted enough to play carelessly – and ended up losing heavily.

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Chapter 544 A Clever Escape

Jonathan said bluntly, “Pay a little extra, and I’ll give you some advice?

With a sigh, Stone shoved all his chips into Jonathan’s hand. “Go on.”

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