Chapter 68 Lets Test It Out 1/3 Everyone turned toward the source of the voice , stunned to see Arthur back in the private room .
His jacket , casually slung over his arm earlier , was now loosely held in one hand .
The air around him radiated menace , an unmistakable storm brewing beneath his calm exterior .
His lips parted , and his low , magnetic voice cut through the tension .

Follow new episodes on the CrushnovelS.Com

I changed my mind .
I feel like playing , after all .
His sharp gaze swept across the room , making everyones blood run cold .
What ? You all planning to stay and watch ? The men , already wary of Arthur , sobered up immediately .
They scrambled to leave , not forgetting to shut the door behind them thoughtfully .
Silence fell over the room .
Charlotte never expected him to come back .
Watching his tall frame approach , she rose from the couch instinctively , her body tensing with caution .
Arthurs eyes locked onto hers .
He thought , That looks so familiar .
Charlotte always looks at me like that , too .
How could two different people share the same gaze ? Arthurs curiosity burned stronger now .
He thought again , What is hiding beneath her mask ? Would it surprise or shock me ? He stepped closer , each stride deliberate and unyielding .
His towering presence bore down on her like a tidal wave , suffocating and inescapable .
Charlotte shrank back instinctively , unsettled by the intensity in his eyes .
Lowering her gaze , she avoided his stare .
Thank you , Chapfer 68 Lets Test It Out 2/3 Her mind was beginning to fog again , and a dull ache had started gnawing at her stomach .
That bottle of vodka shed downed earlier was no joke .
Charlotte thought , I must find Evie .
If I dont leave soon , my disguise will crumble completely -and when that happens , everything will fall apart .
Is that all youve got to say ? Arthur stopped a few steps away , the light above casting shadows over his chiseled features .
His deep set eyes glimmered with amusement as he looked at her almost playfully .
Ms.
Aroma , youve provoked me time and time again , yet here I am , saving you .
Wouldnt you say Im quite the saint ? Charlotte thought , Is this guy for real ? Complimenting himself ? And pushing me to agree with him ? Still , facts were facts .
Mr.
Harrison , this bottle of fragrance might temporarily ease your symptoms , she said , her tone measured despite the chaos swirling in her mind .
And thank you for saving me just now .
Summoning what little composure she had left , Charlotte retrieved a small bottle from her bag and placed it on the table , sliding it toward him .
If you need more in the future , Ill give you a discount .
She hesitated , then added , The materials are quite rare , and I just want to make a little money .
I hope youll understand .
Arthur leaned forward , picking up the tiny bottle .
About the size of a perfume vial , its contents were clear and shimmered faintly under the light .
His fingers turned it over , examining it with casual curiosity .
It will work after I spray it ? he asked .
Chapfer 68 Lets Test It Out Yes .
Charlotte nodded .
You saw how effective it was at Sir Caldwells birthday party , didnt you ? I believe itll help .
3/3 Arthur said with a faint smile , Lets test it out .
With that , he unscrewed the cap and , after a brief pause , aimed it directly at Charlotte .
Charlotte , already dazed , didnt react in time .
The moment she caught the familiar scent , her eyes widened in shock , staring at him in disbelief .
Before she could say a word , a powerful wave of drowsiness crashed over her , pulling her under like a tide .
Unable to fight it , she felt her eyelids fluttered shut and she collapsed onto the couch , fast asleep .
Her golden butterfly mask sparkled under the light as she lay there , perfectly still .
Arthurs brows lifted slightly at the sight .
Replacing the cap on the bottle , he stepped closer , looming over her slumbering form .
For a moment , he stared at the golden mask that hid her face .
Then , slowly , he reached out , his fingers brushing against its edge .
Write your com