Marrying His Nemesis: Kicking My Scumbag Fiancé Away!-Chapter 47: Wish You a Pleasant Night

After the rehearsal ended, Felicity Shaw grabbed her phone and returned to her office, dialing Commander Tristan Quincy’s number. "Commander Quincy, I want... to let Seraphina Thorne join the performance in Galecrest too!"

"But didn’t you mention earlier that she hasn’t practiced enough and isn’t suitable for the stage yet?"

"I watched her rehearsal today. There are no issues at all. A talented musician like her should gain more stage experience."

"That’s true. I’m very pleased you’re mentoring the younger generation like this." Tristan Quincy pondered briefly, "Alright, let Seraphina Thorne go too. You notify the administrative department to book her flight ticket."

"Okay, rest assured."

Felicity Shaw hung up the call with a smile and immediately dialed Adrian Chamberlain’s number.

"The day after tomorrow, Galecrest, I’ll make you... get what you want!"

That afternoon, Seraphina Thorne received a notice from the administrative department to prepare for the trip to Galecrest for the performance with the orchestra the next day.

Being a newcomer, Seraphina Thorne originally thought she wasn’t on the performance list this time.

Upon receiving the notice, she immediately called Ethan Sterling to explain the situation.

Ethan Sterling didn’t stop her, "You go without worries. There’s a caregiver for Mr. Thorne, and I’ll visit when I have time."

Right now, in Jadeston City, with the news swirling around, it’s just as well for Seraphina to head to Galecrest to stay out of the limelight.

For news like this, the media frenzy won’t last long.

Once the reporters find a new hot spot, they’ll set aside the matter concerning Seraphina Thorne.

By the time Seraphina returns from her performance, the news should have died down.

That night, Ethan Sterling came to pick her up as promised, taking Seraphina to visit her father in the hospital.

At the hospital, Seraphina stayed late into the night.

The next morning, she boarded a plane with the rest of the orchestra heading to Galecrest.

In the blink of an eye, it was the third day.

Coincidentally, a celebrity scandal erupted in the entertainment circle, and the reporters, like flies drawn to blood, turned away to promote another headline topic.

Seraphina’s issue quickly got sidelined, even faster than Ethan Sterling anticipated. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

Ethan Sterling sat at his desk, watching the barrage of celebrity gossip on his computer screen, feeling slightly relieved.

When Sean Hale walked in, he closed his laptop.

"Don’t tell me you haven’t identified the informant yet?"

"How is that possible? You underestimate me." Sean Hale opened the folder in his hand, "The matter has been thoroughly investigated. The informant who tipped off the reporters is Felicity Shaw."

It wasn’t Adrian Chamberlain?

Ethan Sterling was a bit surprised, "Who is Felicity Shaw?"

"Felicity Shaw is a violinist in your wife’s orchestra and once studied under the same mentor as her." Sean Hale handed over the organized information, "In the past, Felicity Shaw pursued your wife’s brother, Caleb Thorne, but didn’t succeed. Probably a case of love turning into hatred!"

Ethan Sterling took the documents and picked up the photograph included inside.

Felicity Shaw looked somewhat familiar in the photo.

Ethan Sterling opened a drawer and took out photos from an investigation on Adrian Chamberlain.

Flipping through them, he extracted a particular photo.

The picture showed a young, beautiful woman, arm in arm with Adrian Chamberlain, walking out of an apartment building.

Placing the two photos side by side, Sean Hale exclaimed in surprise.

"This Felicity Shaw is actually Adrian Chamberlain’s mistress?!"

Ethan Sterling’s eyebrows furrowed deeply.

This matter might not be as simple as it seemed on the surface.

Grabbing his phone, he pressed the speed dial to call Seraphina Thorne.

The call connected, but no one answered.

Ethan Sterling glanced at his watch; it was already past eight in the evening.

At this time, Seraphina should be performing.

Ethan Sterling hung up the phone, "Has Adrian Chamberlain made any moves these past few days?"

Sean Hale shook his head, "Nothing special... Oh, right, our informant in Zenith reported today that he seems to be on a business trip."

"Where to?"

"The informant didn’t say."

Ethan Sterling felt a rising sense of foreboding.

"Call to find out now."

Sean Hale took out his phone and dialed a number.

Bribing corporate spies in target companies to gather intelligence and track their movements was a common practice for them.

This time, with Ethan Sterling planning to acquire Zenith Group and targeting Adrian Chamberlain, it was no exception.

The call quickly connected, and hearing the specific destination from the other side made Sean Hale’s brow furrow deeply.

He hung up and looked at Ethan Sterling with a frown.

"Adrian Chamberlain booked a flight to Galecrest."

Throwing the photos heavily onto the desk, Ethan Sterling grabbed a coat from the hanger.

"We’re heading to the airport now. Book the fastest flight to Galecrest!"

With Felicity Shaw betraying Seraphina as Adrian Chamberlain’s mistress, Seraphina was in Galecrest, and Adrian was coincidentally on a trip to Galecrest.

The coincidences were hard to dismiss without suspicion.

An hour later, Ethan Sterling was already on a flight to Galecrest.

Wedged in the backseat of economy class—due to booking last minute, he couldn’t get first class—Ethan Sterling sat with a furrowed brow, worry etched on his face.

Sean Hale, seated next to him, attempted to console him, "Maybe it’s just a coincidence; you don’t need to worry too much."

Ethan Sterling remained silent.

He also hoped he was overthinking it.

The plane cut through the night sky.

At this hour, Galecrest was shrouded in a gloomy night.

On the stage of Riverbend Music Hall, Seraphina Thorne sat in her seat, focused and earnest.

Two hours later, the concert concluded successfully.

Everyone returned backstage, removed their makeup, changed clothes, and boarded the bus back to the hotel.

As they nearly reached the hotel, Felicity Shaw stood up from her seat, clapping her hands.

"Today, all the violinists performed excellently. I’ll treat everyone at the hotel bar, and no one should miss it!"

The bus stopped at the hotel entrance, and a few young violinists immediately gathered around Felicity Shaw.

Seraphina Thorne, carrying her violin, followed Claire Clayton off the bus.

In the crowd, Felicity Shaw saw Claire Clayton and affectionately approached, wrapping an arm around her shoulders.

"Come on, Claire!"

Claire Clayton hesitated, glanced at the solitary Seraphina, but ultimately, fearing Felicity Shaw, she didn’t dare refuse.

Understanding Felicity Shaw was intentionally ignoring her, Seraphina hefted her violin and entered the elevator alone.

Watching her retreating figure, a cold gleam flashed in Felicity Shaw’s eyes.

"Let’s go, let’s have some drinks!"

They all gathered at the bar, and Felicity Shaw booked a private room.

Deliberately sitting next to Claire Clayton, she generously ordered a pile of food and drinks.

As the young musicians ate, drank, and chatted, she seized an opportunity to walk to the coat rack.

Quietly extracting a room card from Claire Clayton’s bag, Felicity Shaw quickly made her way to the bar entrance.

Adrian Chamberlain, dressed in a suit, was already waiting for her.

"I’ve secretly tampered with the mineral water in the room. Now... she should be lying obediently on the bed waiting for you." Handing the room card to Adrian Chamberlain, Felicity Shaw curled her lips into a smile, "This is the room card of Seraphina’s roommate. I’ll make sure to keep her occupied and not let her disturb you."

Adrian Chamberlain reached to take it, but Felicity Shaw withdrew her hand.

"Don’t forget what you promised me."

"Rest assured!" Adrian Chamberlain opened his palm, "The five million won’t be a penny short."

Placing the room card emphatically into his hand, Felicity Shaw gave a suggestive smile.

"Have a pleasant evening."

Clutching the room card, Adrian Chamberlain turned and left.

Watching his back disappear around the elevator corner, Felicity Shaw chuckled coldly.

"Seraphina, enjoy the gift I carefully prepared for you!"

...

...

In the upstairs guestroom.

Seraphina Thorne finished her shower and came out wearing a nightgown.

A bit thirsty after the shower, she casually grabbed the hotel-provided mineral water from the table, twisted it open, and took a few sips.

Remembering her phone was still off, she dug it out of her bag and turned it on, intending to call the caregiver.

As soon as she powered it on, messages started flooding in.

About a dozen WeChat messages, all from Ethan Sterling.

[Ethan Sterling: Adrian Chamberlain is also in Galecrest; be extra careful. I’m on my way.]

[Ethan Sterling: Watch out for Felicity Shaw; she is the informant.]

[Ethan Sterling: Return to the hotel immediately after the performance. Don’t go out alone, and send me your hotel and room number. I’ll come to get you.]

[Ethan Sterling: And don’t touch any drinks or food given to you by anyone.]

...

Looking at the mineral water in her hand that she was about to sip again, Seraphina quickly set it aside.

After sending Ethan Sterling her hotel and room number, she turned to the wardrobe, taking out a set of clothes to change out of her bathrobe.

Just as she took the clothes out, the door clicked open softly.

Seraphina thought Claire had returned and turned her face from the wardrobe.

"Claire, I’m heading out in a bit..."

Seeing the person who entered the room, Seraphina’s voice caught in her throat.

Adrian, Chamberlain!!!