Chapter 424 - 434: It’s Actually Her
Chapter 424: Chapter 434: It’s Actually Her
Selene Larkin was stunned. She couldn’t tell if this person was incredibly brave or just utterly oblivious to her own situation.
’Doesn’t she realize what kind of predicament she’s in?’
Even if she were a fierce tiger, she was a cornered one, surrounded and at a clear disadvantage.
’How dare she?’
It was one thing for her not to tone it down, another thing not to beg for mercy, but to actually challenge Tripp Jennings and invite others to seek revenge on her!
The strange thing was, that guy Tripp Jennings was usually arrogant and domineering himself, yet today he had somehow managed to stomach it. It was truly bizarre.
This scene was nothing like what she had just imagined.
River Larkin’s eyes went wide, a flicker of fear flashing through them.
’It’s her! It’s actually her!!!’
He hadn’t gotten a clear look at the face under her mask, but he recognized that voice.
’It belongs to that woman, Stella Sterling.’
That voice was seared into his memory...
’But how could she be here?’
River Larkin’s expression was a complex mix of emotions. He never would have expected to see this person at Sanctyr Base.
Seeing her in person, he couldn’t help but remember that night, her vicious demeanor. The memory had left a psychological scar on him.
Before this, he had always been plotting his revenge, but now that he was actually face-to-face with Stella Sterling, he still felt a trace of fear.
This fear didn’t stem from the difference in their strength, but from the deeply vicious impression she had left on him.
To this day, he could still remember how it felt to be outside that window, toyed with by her.
’How could she be here?’
River Larkin stared at Stella Sterling’s back, his heart in turmoil.
"River Larkin, this woman you know is something else. So arrogant. Looks like she doesn’t need my help after all."
Selene Larkin’s voice was cold, and her expression was displeased. She had originally come over intending to help, on the off chance that this person might be one of River Larkin’s relatives.
But she had never expected the woman to be so arrogant.
Although she had no love for Tripp Jennings, he was still one of their own from Sanctyr Base. He represented their honor.
This woman was being so brazen, acting so outrageously on Sanctyr Base territory, showing no respect for Mr. and Mrs. Jennings whatsoever.
It was a slap in the face to Sanctyr Base.
At this moment, she was thoroughly displeased with the woman.
If she weren’t considering the possibility that this woman was River Larkin’s relative, she would have already stepped forward to teach her a lesson and show her what’s what.
She’d make the woman curb her temper and learn that here at Sanctyr Base, even a fierce tiger had to lie down and behave.
She turned to look at River Larkin, only to see his conflicted expression.
Puzzled, she called out, "River Larkin?"
Her brow furrowed. River Larkin wasn’t himself today, losing his composure again and again.
And the reason for it all seemed to be this masked woman.
Her heart sank.
Hearing her voice, River Larkin snapped back to his senses. He shook his head. "I’m fine."
He said that, but he was already covered in sweat.
However, he had calmed down a bit now, managing to break free from the hold of that dark memory.
In fact, in that moment, he felt a slight thrill of excitement.
’The situation is different now. Before, she had the upper hand. Her skills were so formidable that I didn’t dare seek revenge.’
’At the beginning, I could only try to curry favor with her, hoping we could travel together.’
’Even later, though I hated Stella Sterling, I didn’t dare take revenge because of her abilities.’
’I’m even a little afraid seeing her now.’
’But this isn’t over two years ago anymore. No matter how powerful Stella Sterling is now, she’s all alone. And she’s on Sanctyr Base’s turf.’
’But things are different for me. I admit, even after all these years, I’m still no match for her in a one-on-one fight.’
’But we’re at Sanctyr Base now. Isn’t Stella Sterling completely at my mercy?’
’There’s no need for me to fear her like before. In fact, my chance for revenge has finally come!’
Thinking this, he let out a cold sneer.
’She’s still the same as before, looking down on everyone.’
’But does she really think Sanctyr Base is the same as those people from the old residential communities?’
Just then, Tripp Jennings finally noticed the small group. A hint of hesitation and struggle flashed in his eyes. He and Selene Larkin didn’t get along, and it was embarrassing for her to see him in such a state.
But seeing how arrogant the masked woman before him was, he thought for a moment and shouted to Selene Larkin, "Selene! This woman is challenging the authority of Sanctyr Base! What do you say we do about it?"
Although Selene Larkin was displeased with Stella Sterling, she wasn’t in a hurry to act.
Instead, she walked toward them. "Tripp Jennings, don’t you have plenty of men under you? If she’s disrespecting Sanctyr Base, why don’t you just have her taken down?"
By the time she finished speaking, she was standing right in front of Stella Sterling. She looked at the mask and frowned.
Tripp Jennings’s expression turned awkward at her words. He quickly gave a sheepish laugh and said, a little embarrassed, "This woman... she’s got some serious skills. I just brought a few men, and she took them all down. As for my other guys, they haven’t arrived yet!"
"But no matter what, we’re all on the same side when dealing with outsiders. You’ve got to help me out here."
Although she thoroughly disliked Tripp Jennings, she had to agree with his words.
No matter how much she disliked him, they had to present a united front against an outsider.
Otherwise, if Boss Saint found out, even she would face serious consequences.
She looked at Stella Sterling and raised an eyebrow. "You’re pretty arrogant, aren’t you?"
By now, Stella had noticed them as well. Her gaze swept over River Larkin for a moment.
She already knew he had joined Sanctyr Base, so Stella wasn’t surprised to see him.
She faced the woman called Selene Larkin. "Sorry, I’ve always been this way. Force of habit."
A cold glint flashed in Selene Larkin’s eyes. She stared at the other woman and said coldly, "Take off your mask."
Although she had already decided to teach the woman a lesson, she first wanted to see the face under the mask and have River Larkin confirm whether or not he actually knew her.
If it really was one of River Larkin’s relatives, then no matter how displeased she was, she would have to give him some face.
But if not...
...then this woman would pay a heavy price for her outrageous arrogance.