Chapter 209: I Don’t Forgive Those Who Hurt Me
“That’s a lot of people. Looks lively.”
A cold, emotionless voice rang out behind her. Pamela’s pupils sharank.
Panir crept up her spine as she stiffly turned around.
Gemma was already standing at the door.
Not only that—she had the audacity to lock it behind her.
was alone
Pamela could stop her like a wig if she wanted
And yet, unease settled in her gut
Something about this felt oll
Danger loomed closer.
She even took a step bock.
The moment she realized she was actually afraid, she felt ridiculous.
She had brought so many people.
They could crush Gemma without breaking a sweat.
Heh. You must have a death wish to walk in here like this. I’ll admit, I didn’t think you had the gus“
“Hope you can keep up that attitude when I’m done with you.”
At her signal, the guys who had kicked the restroom door earlier inoved in.
Genna let out a soft chuckle.
“In a hurry to take me slow. Afraid I found out your little secret
Pamela’s brows furrowed.
“What the hell are you talking about?
Her men paused, waiting for her command. If they went too hard too fast, Gemma might be too scared to talk.
Gemma leaned lazily against the door, completely bothered. “Derick’s got skills, sure. But funny, isn’t it? How he just happened to meet John These past few days?”
A flicker of panic crossed Pamela’s face.
Gemma smiled.
“Actually, I’ve been wondering”
Pamela snapped her head up. “Wondering what?”
“How someone like you ended up crushing on Derick What, got a thing for old men?”
Gemma’s eyes dripped with mockery,
Pansela saw red.
“Gemmal You’re asking to dar, and I’m happy to obliget”
Gemma laughed.
“I think I figured out why you’re in this mess. You’re too dumb. Your boss doesn’t want you anymore. You’re out of options, aren’t you?” Pamela’s vision went black with fury.
“Gemma, I’m going to kill you!”
She hinged, or tried to
Her body went weak, her knees buckled, and she collapsed to the floor.
Panic gripped her.
Before she could finish, her men dropped like dominoes.
Pire terror spread among them.
Gemina remained where she was, looking as cold and untouchable as ever
“What did you do to us!”
Pamela forced out the words, but her voice was barely a whisper.
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Her limbs felt useless, her body drained. Like she was about to die.
Fear swallowed her whole.
“You’re asking me?” Gemma tilted her head. “Mrs. Raven, shouldn’t you be thinking about why you came here in the first place?”
Pamela’s face went deathly pale.
Gemma contimed.
“If you plan to set a trap for me, you better be ready to fall into one yourself.”
Pamela lowered her head, trying to curse-
But she didn’t even have the strength for tha
Gemma turned and unlocked the door. Brooke was waiting outside with backup.
“Take them. Tie them up to be safe.”
Brooke waved a hand, and his men moved in
Pamela and her crew were powerless to resist.
“Ms. Kelestine, Mr. Cassius was just asking about you.”
“Mm. Il head back now,”
She paused
“He didn’t want me involved, and I wasn’t planning to be. But they insisted on handing themselves over. You know what to tell Cawings, right?”
Brooke blinked
What was he supposed to say?
He wasn’t about to say anything.
“Yes, Ms. Kelestine. I got it
Another pause.
Then, Gemma lowered her voice
“I was bluffing just now. But Pamela’s reaction–she’s definitely close to John.”
Brunke’s expression sharpened
“Understood.”
Gemana lumic
Coomer and entered the event hall.
The place was packed with industry elites, champagne glasses clinking as business deals unfolded.
Every smile was practiced.
Every word carefully measured.
She weaved through the crowd until she spotted Noah sitting in the dessert section
Shawn, the unofficial delivery guy, had stacked sweets in front of him.
But Noah wasn’t interested.
He rested his chin on his hand, scanning the crowd.
The moment he spotted Gemma, his eyes lit up like diamonds.
“Gemmal Over here!”
His chubby Lule hands waved frantically.
Pure joy.
Gemma’s lips curved into a smile as she walked over.
The gown she wore shimmered under the Lights, flowing like a river of stars.
Breathuking.
Raven hair, red lips. porcelain skin–she was stunning
Heads turned
Whispers spread.
Cedric, standing in the crowd, saw her too.
Like an excited puppy, he darted over.
“Ge–Dr. Kelestine.”
Sinant move.
He knew which title would keep him in her good graces.
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Gemma paused, handed Noah a cake, then turned to Cedric, who was practically beaming.
“Not busy socializing?”
“Oh, my family’s managers handle that. I’m just here as the designated drinking buddy.
Speaking of which, what brings you here?”
Lately, he’d been locked up at home by Mr. Gray, working his ass off. He hadn’t had time to keep up with Marcus, let alone Gemma.
Gemma’s answer was textbook.
“I received an invitation.”
Cedric blinked. Then nodded.
“Right You’re Dr. Kelestine. A big name. Of course they invited you.”
A beat
“Hey, Dr. Kelestine, I’ve been thinking about studying medicine. Could come to you for advice!”
Technically, he was Mr. Gray’s protégé.
But for the tough cases even Gray couldn’t crack, they’d still need Gemma
She didn’t answer night away.
Back when she was with Marcus, Cedric had helped cover up too many things.
she’d suffered because of it
She wasn’t the type to hold grudges, but pretending it didn’t matter? Impossible.
Her tone grew even more detached.
“If there’s a medical conference. be happy to share.”
Cedric’s expression dimmed.
He wasn’t stupid. Her meaning was clear.
ck on my grandfather! I’m still worried about him.”
“Got it. Dr. Kelestine, one more thing–when you have time, could you check on
Gempa nodded. “Sure. Just have Mr. Gry read out.”
Cedric’s shoulders slumped.
He used to be an asshole. He knew
Now he was paying for in
Dr. Kelestine had no interest in even making small talk with him,
No wonder his grandfather always said, You reap what you SOW.
-_Oli, night.”
He gathered his courage for one last topic
“Theard you’re fighting for Ali’s custody. If you need me to testify in court, I’m all in ”
