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    Even though Harlee felt disgusted, she kept up her act in this charade.


    Leaving the small house behind, the group made their way to the southwestern graveyard. They walked into an area alive with birdsong and floral scents, resembling a slice of paradise.


    A few stepster, Harlee nced at Lucius and noticed his scrutinizing look, suggesting he might be scheming.


    At that moment, Rhys subtly nudged Harlee with his elbow. He had observed it too. Lucius was definitely onto something!


    Harlee watched Lucius’ face closely, her eyes darting slightly, and then she leaned in and whispered, “After Nic passed, my father crafted this sanctuary for her because she cherished nature.”


    Lucius looked at Harlee, his voice dropping to a low murmur.


    “At least he knew how to do one thing right.”


    Harlee gazed at Lucius. Wasn’t he suspicious about this? Then what else might he be doubting? Suddenly, she was lost in thought. It would be disastrous if Lucius grew suspicious of them at such a critical moment.


    “I only requested yourpany to the grave, not for constant chatter! And stop looking at me that way.”


    Lucius moved closer and spoke through clenched teeth, his voice so low it was meant only for her ears.


    “Are you referring to my thoughts about whether you’ll give me the antidoteter? I need to look after my own…”


    “Interests. Right now, my trust in you doesn’t even exist,” Harlee responded calmly, her demeanor unshaken.


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    “Don’t fret. I cherished Nic, and I would never allow her lineage to simply vanish,” Lucius sneered.


    “Moreover, you’ve got no option but to trust me!”


    “I’m not so naive. You’ve poisoned me before. What’s one more attempt on my life?” Harlee retorted as they walked.


    “When we reach the grave, you must disclose the antidote’s location and allow my team to verify its legitimacy!” Lucius’ expression turned icy.


    “Don’t worry, they’ll just verify the antidote. I won’t mention your poisoning me,” Harlee assured him calmly.


    “After all, once youplete your objectives and leave the ind, how else would I obtain the antidote? I need to be cautious!”


    At this, Lucius’ tone grew even colder.


    “What if I refuse?”


    “Then our agreement is off. I won’t get the antidote, and you’ll suffer a painful death. Don’t even dream of meeting Nic in the afterlife!” Harlee’s tone was frostier than ever.


    “You hold a significant position now, and ordinary folks can’t touch you. Unfortunately for you, I am far from ordinary, and neither is Rhys,” she said, her voice softening.


    “Thus, you really have no option but toply.”


    Lucius, standing beside her, listened to her words as his gaze grew more intense.


    “You’re so cunning. Why should I trust you?”


    “Because I need that antidote!” Harlee appearedpletely rxed, as if she truly had no backup n.


    “Otherwise, you might want to test whether your crew is quicker or if my team here on the ind is stronger.”


    Harlee had a firm grip on his mindset. He didn’t want to die, at least not yet. He aimed to achieve more with the Happer family first.


    Lucius regarded her with a mix of respect and admiration.


    “You remind me so much of Nic! I’ll agree to your terms, but let me pay my respects to Nic first. I don’t want her to be aware of any of this mess.”


    “Deal!” Harlee’s face disyed an apparent genuine eagerness to cooperate.


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