Chapter 389

Samuel's expression remained unreadable, a mask of indifference shielding the turmoil beneath. Deep within, he yearned for the treasure vault of the Jared Group. Yet he knew, with stark clarity, that claiming it was an impossible challenge—a daunting task bordered on the impossible. He doubted Eleanor’s ability to achieve it. Despite her skill, facing the leader of the Jared Group was akin to smashing an egg against a boulder. Samuel's demand was less about the vault and more about testing her resolve. In truth, he never expected her to succeed. His true aim? To see Robert dead. The more Eleanor fought to save him, the more Samuel desired his demise. There was another layer to his ploy: the inextricable connection between Robert and the Jared Group. Samuel wondered if Eleanor would uncover the truth—that her beloved husband was not merely an outsider but an integral part of the Jared Group. What expression would cross her face when she realized this? Samuel’s lips curled into a faint,