Fluffy Mates Chase Their Boss on Survival Show novel Chapter 381

Chapter 381 He’s Got Nerve to Spare

But here, isolated in the crisp air, the foreign, bitter note was unmistakable.

Beneath the familiar burn and pleasant sting, a subtle, bitter note lingered-out of place and wrong.

Carson’s suspicions were confirmed.

They had walked right into a trap. Someone had discovered Jacob’s hidden stash and poisoned every last jug, anticipating their moment of celebration.

A cold smile touched Carson’s lips as the implications settled.

Whoever did this had watched them for a long time, studying their habits.

Or perhaps the betrayer was much closer.

A fellow contestant, maybe even someone they considered an ally-someone Jacob, ever cautious, would never have suspected.

“Who else comes out here?” Carson asked, turning to Jacob.

“Just me,” Jacob answered without hesitation, his voice firm.

But after a beat, his expression shifted.

He snapped his fingers as a memory surfaced. “Actually… Fiona came by once. A while back.”

Fiona’s name hung in the air. Carson felt a familiar tightness in his chest.

They’d long wondered about Fiona’s possible ties to the Grant family, though proof had always slipped through their fingers.

Fiona herself seemed too timid for such bold treachery.

Liam, reading Carson’s thoughts, gave a derisive snort. “Fiona wouldn’t have the guts. But Michael? Now, he’s got nerve to spare.”

The pieces clicked into place for Carson.

How many times had Fiona appeared genuinely clueless while Michael jumped to defend Stella? The pattern was suddenly glaringly obvious.

A determined grin spread across Liam’s face. “Once the military teams arrive, we’ll have them turn Michael inside out. He won’t slip away this time.”

Carson instructed, “Gather the wine. They’re evidence. When Shane wakes up, he can analyze the contents. That should pinpoint the poison and who might have access to it.”

Liam glanced at the incriminating cache. “No need to wait for Shane.

He met Carson’s questioning look. “Think about it. Layla’s got those hyenas trained.”

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Chapter 381 Hes Got Nerve to Spare

Carson said, “You wanna let them sniff the residue on the bottles? They can track the scent right to the

source.”

Liam gave a nod in response.

With Shane unconscious, relying on the hyenas was faster and safer.

They worked quickly, securing the tainted alcohol.

Carson would stay at the cabin to guard the still-unconscious Shane.

They couldn’t risk leaving him vulnerable.

Liam would head to Layla’s position to signal the interstellar forces.

Jacob’s gaze shifted from Liam to Carson and back. The decision, though weighing on him, settled in his mind. Staying put felt right. “Enough folks are headed that way. I’ll hold the fort here. If trouble comes knocking, I’ll have your backs.”

A slight, approving nod came from Liam, who then turned toward Yates.

Leaning closer, he dropped his voice to a low murmur. “You’re no fighter. If things go south, you run. Don’t stick around and get in the way.”

Yates scrunched his nose, a flicker of defiance quickly fading as he recognized the hard truth.

He wasn’t built for a scrap. Hanging back would just be a liability.

With a resigned sigh, he gave a meek nod. “Don’t worry. I’ll make myself scarce if it hits the fan. Won’t slow anyone down.”

Relief softened Liam’s tension. He faced Carson, his expression turning grave. “It’s on you here. We’ve got no clue what those interstellar pirates are plotting. Stay sharp.”

Carson gave a solemn nod, his expression turning grave.

“Watch your back out there. If you need anything-anything at all-hit the emergency beacon,” he said, clapping Liam on the shoulder.

With a final nod, Liam spun and sprinted toward the Starcore Ore mine.

By the time he arrived, the scene was already under control. Layla and the others had rounded up Leonard’s

crew.

The sight of Layla, unharmed, washed over Liam like a cool wave, releasing the breath he hadn’t realized he was holding.

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