<b>Chapter </b><b>329 </b>


    The five people Olivia brought with her this time had followed her loyally for over a decade, answering to her alone.


    She found Rachel more of a hindrance than a help, so left her behind this time.


    Olivia led the five to the door of Vanessa’s hospital room.


    Then, Olivia knocked sharply on the ward door.


    M opened the door and was startled by the intimidating scene outside. Her heart skipped a beat as she instinctively held her breath, immediately moving to close the door.


    Olivia blocked the door with her hand, her voice icy. “I’m here for Aria Saxon.”


    M nodded hurriedly and shut the door, turning to Aria with pleading eyes. Her voice trembled, “Aria, there’s… there’s a whole crowd outside.”


    Hearing Olivia’s voice, Aria wasn’t the least bit surprised. She nodded at M, then looked at Vanessa. “I’ll step out for a bit.”


    Vanessa’s face clouded with worry as she clutched Aria’s hand. “Are they Russell Nicholson’s men?”


    Ariaforted her, “Rx. We’re in Huthailia–they wouldn’t dare cause trouble openly.”


    “Alright, be careful,” Vanessa said.


    Aria stepped out, her gaze sweeping over the five figures behind Olivia before settling on Olivia herself. “What do you want?”


    Olivia caught the assessing look in her eyes.


    Most people wouldn’t be this calm in a situation like this.


    Indeed, Aria was just as skilled as Russell–there was no way she’d be intimidated by Olivia’s entourage.


    Olivia’s face darkened as she demanded, “What exactly is your rtionship with Russell?”


    Aria paused to think, a faint smile ying on her lips. “Well, I suppose we’re… enemies?”


    She had a pretty good idea of Russell’s intention–he wanted to avenge Sara.


    Olivia frowned, suspicion flickering in her eyes.


    She wondered, ‘When ites to his enemies, Russell wastes no time–he finishes them off without a second thought.


    ‘But if he likes her, why would he target Aria Saxon’s friends? Was it just to get her attention?


    “This isn’t his usual MO.


    Olivia wasn’t foolish–she could tell Russell had no feelings for her.


    However, she didn’t give a damn. Her feelings were all that mattered, and Russell was the one she had chosen.


    From the footage, Olivia could detect no affection from Russell toward Aria–perhaps rather animosity.


    She supposed they were probably not just putting on a show for me, but were real enemies.


    Olivia’s eyes narrowed, “Who did you hurt to earn Russell’s hatred?”


    Aria fixed her gaze on her and suddenly asked, “By any chance… do you know Sara Nicholson?”


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    Olivia’s eyes widened violently as she involuntarily stumbled back. “W–what… did you just say?”


    Aria stepped closer, her gaze sharp. “You know her?”


    “Of course, I know her–how could I not know Russell’s little sister? Where’s Sara? Is she okay? We’ve been looking for her for ages,” Olivia said!


    Those at the peak wouldn’t stoop to putting on a show, and Olivia was no exception.


    Though she put on a show of wide–eyed surprise and spoke with apparent concern, it couldn’t mask the panic lurking beneath her carefully constructed facade.


    Aria wondered, ‘Was she involved in Sara’s abduction? Who was really behind that order?‘


    “Where’s Sara?” Olivia’s questions continued, though her expression was no longer as urgent as before.


    Aria looked up, fixing Olivia with a deep, searching gaze. Without a word, she turned and walked into the ward.


    Olivia didn’t stop her. Her hand at her side clenched, then rxed.


    She quickly trotted over to Russell and blurted out, “Russell, Aria Saxon really does know Sara!”


    Russell’s head snapped up in <i>shock</i>. “What?”


    He couldn’t believe Aria actually admitted it.


    Olivia said urgently, “I asked her where Sara is, but she wouldn’t tell me. Russell, you need to look <i>into </i>this right away and find Sara’s whereabouts as soon as possible.”


    Russell nodded. “Alright, I’ll look into it. Thank you for your help, Olivia. After we settle this matter, I’ll show you around Mandino City.”


    Olivia gave a gentle smile. “Saraes first. My people are yours <i>to </i>use, <i>Russell</i>.”


    Russell nodded. “Alright. Thank you<i>.</i>”


    The cab pulled up at the entrance of theplex. Aria paid the driver, stepped <i>out</i>, and headed inside.


    Just as Aria stepped into the residentialplex<i>, </i>a voice called out from behind. “<i>Aria</i>!”


    AD