Chapter 260

Vivian Laurent narrowed her eyes, a playful smile curling her lips.

"What if I accepted it?"

Her fingers tapped lightly on the table, excitement flashing in her gaze. It had been too long since she last played cards. The itch was unbearable.

Memories surfaced of her secret casino visits before the divorce. Those three years, she'd accomplished far more in the shadows than anyone realized.

Now she had Ethan Roscente dogging her every step.

She patted Finn Deross's shoulder. "Apprentice, your master has a gift for you."

Finn's eyes lit up. "Master's making a move?"

"That necklace—I'll win it back for you personally."

"About the invitation..."

"Leave it to me!" Finn thumped his chest confidently. "My uncle definitely has connections."

......

Top floor of Roscente Group.

Ethan Roscente was buried in paperwork, his aura forbidding any approach.

Simon Eisner knocked lightly on the door.

"Enter."

He set down newly delivered documents and presented a gilded invitation.

"Mr. Golden's luxury cruise gala."

Ethan scoffed. "Just an underground casino with a fancy name."

"They say it's quite grand..."

"We'll see."

As Simon retreated, the office door burst open.

Victor Roscente stormed in, face flushed with anger.

"Ethan Roscente! How much longer will you protect that woman?"

Ethan signaled Simon to close the door.

"To what do I owe this performance, Uncle?"

"Victoria won't eat or drink—locked in her room all day!" Victor slammed the desk. "Vivian Laurent must pay!"

Every man he'd sent to capture Vivian had been intercepted by Ethan's people.