Chapter 731

Rock shot a fierce look at Ishara, his eyes practically glowing red as he yanked her closer.

Ishara endured his rough treatment, a cold smirk playing on her lips. "Mr. Harrington, you seem pretty worked up. Did Winnie not do it for you?"

"Don't even mention that bitch Winnie," Rock spat. "She ran off to Lawrence's place last night, lied about having work at the company, and didn't come back all night."

"Wow, Winnie really is ungrateful. You've been into her for years, and now she betrays you? Didn't you say Lawrence has ED? What does she see in him? He's not half the man you are. Honestly, Winnie doesn't know what she's missing." Her words hit Rock right where it hurt.

He snorted, his face twisted with hatred. "She lied to me. I'll make her pay for that."

A sinister smile crept across Ishara's face. This was exactly what she wanted.

Ishara giggled, "Mr. Harrington, you better not go soft on her."

"Isn't this what you wanted?" Rock squinted. "By the way, Carlos is awake. When are you giving me that drug?"

Ishara replied, "Visit my dad soon. Slip it into his food, and he'll be under your control."

Rock grinned, pushing her head down. "Good girl. Serve me well, and when I take over the Blanchet Family, you'll get your cut."

"You're so generous," Ishara smiled, satisfied.

The two quickly got tangled up together.

Oscar found some time to meet with Melissa.

In Melissa's villa, Oscar sat properly. "Grandma, did you want to see me?"

Melissa brought him some snacks and opened a carton of milk for him, but she looked troubled. "Oscar, I've got a bit of a problem and might need your help."

"What kind of problem?" Oscar asked, though he had a hunch. "Is it about the new folks at Camellia Mount throwing a party? The NexaCore Group, right? The Rodriguez Family wants in but doesn't have an invite. Dad can't go, and grandpa reached out to you. Are you thinking about whether to keep hiding or come clean that you're the buyer?"

Melissa was taken aback.

She looked embarrassed. "Yeah, Adam gave everyone at Camellia Mount an invite, and I have one too. But I don't know how to give it to Lawrence. He doesn't know I spent all of his billion-dollar fund! And Bob's been calling the fake number I left him. If I don't show up at the Rodriguez Villa soon, Lawrence will miss this big chance."

"Since you're so conflicted, it means you've already made up your mind. Grandma, what are you feeling guilty about?" Oscar chuckled, proudly saying, "You're the buyer. Just give grandpa the invite. Who cares if he looks down on you."

Melissa was frustrated. "Don't talk about your grandpa like that. He doesn't look down on me."

Oscar interrupted, "Doesn't he? If not, why didn't he thank you after you took care of him in the hospital for days? Isn't it because he's afraid you'll cling to him?"

Melissa was saddened. "Oscar, don't think like that. I don't believe your grandpa is that arrogant. He might just be embarrassed. After all, my status is really awkward. You wouldn't understand."

Oscar had already figured out what Melissa was about to say. It was pretty obvious to him that Lawrence was Melissa's kid, but Bob's wife wasn't Melissa.

Oscar pouted, "If you're scared to go to the Rodriguez Villa, I'll go with you! If your dad dares to get mad at you, I'll give him a piece of my mind."

Melissa affectionately tapped his nose, making up her mind. She had to give this invitation to Bob so Lawrence could attend the party.

Meanwhile, Olivia, fuming after storming out of Jeremy's villa, found herself with no other houses in sight. The further she ran, the stronger the scent of the sea became.

Eventually, Olivia reached the beach.

The shimmering blue sea dazzled her eyes.

Olivia realized she was trapped on an island.

Judging by the fact that she hadn't seen anyone along the way, it was likely Adam's private island.

Olivia quickly oriented herself. Outside the maritime boundaries of Trento City, the most famous island was Azure Isle, rumored to be privately owned by some tycoon, with no one else allowed in or out.

So, Olivia was on Azure Isle.

No wonder Lawrence and she couldn't find Jeremy even after searching the factory and diving into the sea. They never thought of Azure Isle!

Since it was private property, they couldn't enter without permission.

If Winnie realized she was missing and came looking for her, she wouldn't find her on Azure Isle, either.

At this moment, Olivia was engulfed in despair.

Olivia kicked the stones on the shore, looking at the endless sea. There was no way out.

Even if she swam, she couldn't get back to the factory.

Adam probably used a private plane to come and go.

She never wanted to see that scoundrel Jeremy again; all she wanted now was to return and help Winnie deal with Rock.

The problem, however, was that Olivia needed to devise a plan to escape.

By nightfall, Olivia still hadn't come up with a way to escape.

The evening sea breeze was strong, and there wasn't a single light, making the surroundings terrifying.

Olivia curled up like a crab, tears of frustration rolling down her cheeks. She would rather die than go back to that villa and see Jeremy's face.

Jeremy's amnesia left Olivia heartbroken.

As Olivia drew circles in the sand with a stone, cursing Jeremy, lights suddenly appeared ahead.

Immediately following, she heard Adam's voice. "You guys search over there. Alvin, why are you still dawdling? Hurry up and find your antidote!"

Jeremy said, "How many times do I have to say it? She's not my antidote. Last night was just a one-night stand."

Adam interrupted, "Shut up. If Olivia is hiding nearby and hears this, she'll hate you to death. You're not even that bad, yet you're afraid she'll be so angry she'll jump into the sea."

With their words, Olivia was indeed angry. Why should she be the one to jump into the sea?

Was it her fault?

A surge of anger erupted from her chest. She couldn't help but throw the stone away, stand up, and shout, "Get it straight! If anyone's jumping into the sea, it's that bastard who slept with me and then complained I wasn't a virgin! Look at what he did to me all night. The DeRoss Family doesn't have any decent people, do they? I'm telling you, I won't commit suicide! But I also won't let you take me back. If you have the guts, throw me into the sea!"

Jeremy and Adam exchanged a glance.

They both looked towards the pair of blood-red, glaring eyes in the darkness.

"Smooth move, Olivia. Real smooth," Adam said. "Alright, everyone, pack it in. We found our runaway."

Olivia was caught.