Mandy seemed unaware of Bradley’s intimidating stare. She maintained her pleasant smile and said, “Mr. Quill,
would you and your companion like to have a seat while you wait?”
Oliver gave Mandy a cold, dismissive look and declined the offer.
Bradley approached Mandy confidently, placing his arm around her waist. He spoke in a somewhat threatening
tone by her ear. “Mandy, when distinguished guests like Mr. Quill are visiting, can we avoid trivial questions?”
Mandy quickly said, “Of course. I’m sorry. I’ll have the service staff prepare everything.”
Bradley chuckled and added, “Please do. Also, instruct the staff to assist these gentlemen with their investigation.
Understand?”
“As you wish.” Mandy turned and strolled inside.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtDid Bradley believe she would inform Oliver? He was overthinking. She wouldn’t help Esther escape from him.
However, the moment of nervousness she noticed on Bradley’s face was intriguing.
Once Mandy left, Bradley continued to observe Oliver without displaying any emotion. He knew that with Oliver’s
personality, he would surely search Warner Manor. He couldn’t stop them, so he decided to let them proceed.
If they found Esther, he would release her once more. As long as he lived, he would continue to bring Esther back
to him.
Gabriel remained silent, standing beside Oliver as he observed Bradley. He couldn’t help but wonder how the
charming child from years ago had transformed into this ruthless and arrogant person. He considered that losing
his parents might have made him extreme and overbearing.
Mandy arranged a table in the garden. It was adorned with an embroidered tablecloth, vases of fresh flowers, a
variety of fruits, desserts, and tea. She ensured that the service staff not only prepared food for Oliver and Gabriel
but also assisted the search and rescue team as much as possible.
The expansive estate was now bustling with unfamiliar faces, and search and rescue dogs meticulously scoured the
area.
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Several hours passed, yet they had not found Esther.
Bradley checked his wristwatch and elegantly stood up. He turned to Oliver and said, “Mr. Quill, if you find the
meticulous search troublesome, why not consider using explosives to clear the hill?”
Oliver snorted. “Bradley, our actions are observed by a higher power. Don’t assume that everything you do is
flawless…”
Bradley clapped his hands and sneered. “It’s surprising to see the esteemed head of the Quill Group making such
remarks. If there’s divine retribution, what’s the use of the law?”
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Bradley turned to look at the building behind him. “Mr. Quill, it seems you’ll be leaving empty-handed.”
Gabriel, leaning on his cane, approached Bradley and slapped him.
“Bradley, if your grandfather knew what you’re doing, he would regret it! He would regret letting Esther marry you!
“Is this how you treat the girl you begged for and were so determined to marry? Bradley, I hope you suffer and lose
everything!”
Bradley looked at Gabriel and then smiled coldly. “We’re not close, are we?”
“We’re not. Your grandfather and I were comrades.
“I saw you when you were born. I’ve watched you grow up, but I never expected that Thomas, a man of integrity,
would have a descendant like you!”