Chapter: 1556

From where she sat, Kayla, her eyes rimmed red and her nose tipped, observed Norah's careful treatment of her wounds.

Norah, engrossed in her task, treated each injury with delicate precision. It was clear that her past disagreements with Kayla hadn't affected her care.

“Norah,” Kayla began. “I must admit I was mistaken before. Please accept my apology. I truly am sorry."

Despite the situation, Norah's hands remained steady as she applied the cotton swab. "There's no need for apologies, Kayla. We never had any real issues before, so why the need for one now?"

Just then, Kayla winced as a sharp sting radiated from a tender spot where the swab touched. The discomfort served as a reminder of her misguided trust in Nancy.

Kayla sighed, "Previously, I despised you, thinking you weren't suited for Sean. Coming from a family that valued alliances between equals, I was quick to judge based on your humble background. That was unfair of me, and I regret it. As I've come to know you better, I see how capable you are. It's understandable why Sean is fond of you."

Kayla spoke earnestly, her voice reflecting sincerity. Norah Listened in silence, her earlier impressions of Kayla being challenged by their current interaction. Today's discussion revealed a different perspective, showing Kayla in a more reasoned light than Norah had previously perceived.

“Those events are part of the past. They didn't bother me, so they shouldn't bother you either, Kayla." Norah finished wrapping the last piece of gauze around the wound and stood up. “I'm going to check on Sean. Stay here for now. There are guards outside, so no need to worry. We will return shortly."

Before departing, Norah handed her something. "Don't worry. ALL will be resolved soon."

After Norah had gone, Kayla opened her hand to reveal several candies in bright wrappers. The mere sight of them hinted at their sweetness.

Nancy noticed Kayla being escorted away and felt compelled to recapture her. Yet, observing the arrival of the truck and Sacredice mercenaries, she clenched her teeth and commanded, "Trap the enemies within our fire range. The rest of you, prepare for retreat and secure the money."

By the helipad, the team was ready. As soon as the truck halted, they coordinated the loading of money into the helicopter.

The sounds of gunfire and yelling persisted from the villa.

Nancy clenched her jaw. Cursing Sean, she lamented her misplaced trust, realizing men were deceitful.

"Move quickly!" she yelled. She didn't want to stay there to confront Sean and his men; she simply aimed to take the funds and leave the scene. The fate of those risking their lives for her was inconsequential. More recruits were always available.

It took time to load the cash onto the helicopter, and she needed to find a way to stall to buy them more time.

She retrieved a remote from her pocket. Beneath the villa, explosives were set. Activating the red button would instantly obliterate the structure.

Yet, this action would surely impact them too.

"Angela, our team hasn't cleared out of the villa yet," someone yelled, noticing her finger on the bomb's remote. "The blast will hit us too!"

Nancy shot him a fierce look and said, "Stay out of my business. What I do is not your concern."

She turned away, staring into the distance. Amidst the cacophony of gunshots and yelling, the villa was a battleground for her crew and the Sacredice mercenaries. Sean and Norah might be in there too.

Pushing this button would end it all—-her foes would vanish, unable to trouble her ever again.

"To hell with them," she thought.

With a cold smirk, Nancy eyed her former stronghold and pressed the red button.