Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl Novel novel Chapter 994

"Since there's a scapegoat here, why shouldn't I take advantage of it?"

Hugo didn't care who took the fall. If Winona hadn't locked them up, he wouldn't have considered this. Killing Richard and blaming Winona was a perfect plan to clear his name. Why not go for it?

"You're heartless." Pearl recoiled, accidentally stepping into a mud pit.

"Alright, don't even think about resisting anymore. I told you I won't hurt you. Let's get to the car. It's pouring, and you'll catch a cold," Hugo said, moving closer.

Pearl slapped his hand away. "Don't touch me. You're disgusting."

"Still find me gross?" Hugo's tone turned icy.

"I've always found you incredibly gross, the absolute worst." Pearl deliberately tried to provoke him, hoping to get a strong reaction.

Sure enough, Hugo took the bait. "Gross? Do you think I'm gross? Everything I've done, it's all for you. I have to get rid of him just to have you. Once he's out of the picture, you'll be mine. Do you know how long I've been waiting for this moment?" Hugo stepped closer, gripping her hand firmly. "You have no idea how long I've waited for this."