The Hidden Empress Stripping Her Secrets After Divorce novel Chapter 543

Evelyn looked at him with serious eyes. "Are you planning to drag her in by force?"

"Not by force. I'm going to extend an invitation." Julian shut his laptop with a quiet click. "She's a survivor. She knows when to keep her mouth shut and when to start talking. If I put the right offer on the table, she'll spill everything."

Sebastian gave a curt nod. "What do you need from me?"

Julian leaned back, thinking for a moment. "Nothing right now. I'll head to London and deal with her myself. You two have a different priority."

Evelyn's gaze locked onto him. "What priority?"

Julian settled deeper into his chair. "Next Friday, there's a highly exclusive private gala here in Paris. The guest list is packed with Europe's elite political and business figures. Word is, the shot-callers of that organization will be making an appearance. You should have already received your invitations—The Charles Group is undoubtedly on the VIP list."

Evelyn nodded, recalling the delivery. "We did. Felton handed mine over a couple of days ago."

"Perfect," Julian said. "You two attend the gala and keep your eyes peeled for any red flags. My intel confirms the mastermind will be in the room, though I don't know exactly who it is yet. I'll secure Alissa in London. We hit them from both sides."

Sebastian's expression turned grim. "Are you sure it's safe for you to go into London completely alone?"

Julian let out a dry laugh. "Relax. I'm not walking into a warzone. I'm just meeting a beautiful woman for coffee and a nice little chat."

Evelyn remained quiet for several seconds, weighing his confidence. "Are you absolutely positive Alissa will talk?"

Julian paused to consider her question. "There are no guarantees. But she's backed into a corner right now. The network's hitmen are actively hunting her, and her time is running out. If I offer her a genuine lifeline, she won't have a choice."

A dense silence blanketed the room once more.

Finally, Sebastian nodded in agreement. "Alright. We'll handle the gala. Let us know the second you get something out of her."

Julian stood up, grabbing his briefcase. "Don't waste any time. Lawrence is moving fast. He might not know I'm in France right now, but it won't take him long to figure it out."

Evelyn looked up at him, her voice laced with concern. "Watch your back."

Julian threw her an easy smile. "Don't worry. I plan on living a very long time."