When There Is Nothing Left But Love novel (Ashton and Scarlett ) novel Chapter 1825

Ashton seemingly spaced out earlier. Only when he heard Desmond calling his name did he snap back to his senses. “I’ve got nothing to say,” he sneered.

“So, you’re admitting that it was your doing? Vincent demanded sharply.

Straightening leisurely, Ashton drawled, “I didn’t say that.”

“What did you mean by that, then?” Vincent’s voice abruptly rose several decibels, for he felt as though he had been played for a fool.

With a smirk tugging at his lips, Ashton turned and looked in the direction of Nathaniel and me. “My meaning is simple enough. I know my capabilities better than anyone else.”

That’s true. He has always erred on the side of caution, so it makes no sense that he’d shoot himself in the foot.

When I saw the others at the table nodding in contemplation, I couldn’t help breathing a sigh of relief.

Even though the people in the room were all dressed ordinarily, we were both well aware that the civilized facades were merely masking ruthless souls. Therefore, one had to be wholly on guard while being in the same room with them.

Right after quelling the suspicion against him, Ashton gave Nathaniel a taste of his own medicine, declaring, “Since you’re being so frank with us here, Nathaniel, I’ll also save myself the effort of beating around the bush. There’s a question that’s been eluding me. I hope you can explain it to me.”

Nathaniel remained calm and unruffled. “There’s no need to hold back with me. Go ahead and ask your question.”

“It’s not something huge. It’s just about your frequent contact recently with the godson of the former Chanaean official, Louis Stovall. I wonder if there’s anything you’re planning?”

The moment Desmond heard Louis’ name, he shot to his feet. “Louis Stovall is the most rigid official and has always abhorred our illegal dealings!”

Vincent set his sights on Nathaniel once more, and he aggressively questioned, “How are you going to explain that, Nathaniel?”

Ashton could have pointed out my relationship with John, but he didn’t do that, probably out of concern for my safety. For that reason, he went about it in a roundabout way by linking John and Louis, two renowned figures in Chanaea.