Return of the Crowned Heiress novel Chapter 718

Felicia found Maurice's reaction completely baffling. She shook off his grip and responded flatly, "Of course. If I hadn't needed to save your life first, I would've been looking for him already."

Then, as if it was the most obvious thing in the world, she added, "He and I are together. If I don't go find him, should I be looking for you instead?"

With that, Felicia turned and walked away without sparing him another glance.

The remaining members of Stephan's team immediately followed.

Maurice stood there for a long time, his expression unreadable. No one could tell what he was thinking, only that his shifting, unpredictable mood cast a dark, unsettling air around him.

A gust of wind blew through the valley.

Maurice's subordinates exchanged nervous glances. Finally, one of them hesitantly spoke up, "Mr. Glovers, maybe… it's best not to force things too much. We should head back now, don't you think?"

Maurice let out a sharp, humorless laugh. He didn't agree or disagree. He simply turned and started walking, but it was not toward the exit. He went deeper into the valley instead.

His subordinates were stunned. They quickly spoke up, "Mr. Glovers, you're going the wrong way. Where are you heading? We should be leaving, not going deeper in. Mr. Glovers!"

Maurice didn't respond.

His men exchanged another round of confused looks before quickly following after him. They had no idea what he was thinking, but Maurice himself was perfectly clear on his destination. He was heading toward the last known location of the disfigured woman.

A woman who had survived on this island for so long, long enough to assimilate into the island's community, had to know something.

"Find her."

Maurice followed the faint traces on the ground. His subordinates, sharp enough to read between the lines, quickly scanned the area for more clues.

Soon, they spotted a distinct trail. It had been slightly concealed but was clearly leading somewhere.

"After her."

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