Divorced The True Heiress Gets It All novel Chapter 748

Chapter 748

Chapter 748

Cathy turned down the volume, saying, “The Kanit City police asked the State Security Bureau for help this morning. The

case has been handed over to us.”

Aria said, “The State Security Bureau has a lot of talented people on their team. I’m sure they’ll crack the case soon.”

Cathy sighed and said, “The Kanit Police Station has a great profiler, but he got attacked and is in the hospital now.”

Criminal profilers were rare in Kanit City and it was tough to get one from somewhere else. That was why the cops asked the State Security Bureau for help.

Cathy was about to check in at the police station later. She pulled up in front of the Starmon Films. After getting out of the car, Aria walked straight into the building.

The receptionist recognized Aria right away and hurried over. “Ms. Saxon, are you here to see Ms. Ward?”

Aria nodded. “Yeah.”

The receptionist said respectfully, leading the way. “Ms. Ward is rehearsing in the dance studio. She said you would come. I’ll take you there.”

“Thanks,” Aria replied.

Vanessa was working on her ballet moves in the dance studio. When she saw Aria walk in, she stopped right away happily said, “You’re finally here.”

Aria took a small box out of her bag and handed it to her. “This is a gift from Cybrix.”

Vanessa took the box and casually tossed it into her bag. “Is Ned really at the State Security Bureau?”

Aria nodded. “Pretty sure he is.”

“He’s smart, seeking refuge within the State Security Bureau,” Vanessa said.

Aria smiled. “No rush. He’s not getting away.”

Vanessa nodded, pulling the hair tie from her bun. “No more practice. Let’s go out and have fun.”

Aria raised an eyebrow, smirking. “Aren’t you gonna introduce me to your boyfriend?”

Vanessa clicked her tongue. “We’ve already broken up.”

“Again?” Aria was surprised.

and

Vanessa nudged Aria. “What do you mean? There’s no way I’m getting back with that jerk.” After a pause, she continued, “Enough about him. Let’s go grab some drinks. There’s a new bar, and the owner is amazing. You gotta come check it out.”

Aria grinned. “Sounds great. Okay, let’s go.”

Half an hour later, they arrived at a bar called Velvet Smoke. It had a chill artsy vibe with gentle lighting, which made it feel less like a bar and more like a cozy bookstore.

A bartender named saw Vanessa and immediately came over, sounding pleasantly surprised. “Ms. Ward, is this your friend?

Welcome.”

Vanessa smiled and linked arms with Aria. “She is. Give me the same private room as last time, with your boss making the

drinks.”

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Chapter 748

The bartender nodded. “Sure thing, but you’ll have to wait a bit. Mr. Barnes is busy with other customers right now.”

Vanessa said, “No problem.”

As the bartender was leading the way, the door to the private room next door suddenly swung open, and a stylish young man stepped out. “Hi, Ms. Ward.”

The bartender said, “Mr. Barnes, she’s here with a friend.”

Christian Barnes greeted Aria with a grin. “I’m so honored to have two beautiful women here.”

Aria nodded. “Hi, Mr. Barnes.”

Vanessa smiled and joked, “Don’t keep us waiting for too long.”

“Sure, I’ll go make drinks for you right away,” Christian replied, then turned to the bartender. “Isaac is here. Bring someone with you when you deliver the drinks. Don’t send a waitress alone.”

The bartender nodded and left.

Christian noticed Aria’s gaze and lowered his voice, explaining, “We run a legit business here, but Isaac has a bad reputation, so we have to be cautious. Don’t worry, the bar’s soundproofing is excellent. You won’t be disturbed.”

Aria smiled. “Well, I’m sure your bar’s going to be a big hit.”

Christian laughed and said, “I hope so.”

Vanessa pulled Aria into the private room. As Aria stepped inside, she glanced to the side on impulse. At the far end of the corridor, a uniformed bartender was carrying a tray toward them.

Suddenly, their eyes met. The man quickly looked away and kept going.

Aria lowered her gaze, thinking in confusion, ‘Why does his face look so strange?’

“Aria, what are you looking at?” Vanessa asked, turning back.

Aria withdrew her gaze and closed the door. “Nothing.”

Vanessa sank deep into the couch inside the room. She sighed, saying, “This place is really cozy. Too bad we can’t come every day.” She was saying that the paparazzi would be all over them.

Aria sat down next to her and asked, “How long has this bar been open? And how often have you been here?”

Vanessa said, “Three months. I was among the first VIP clients, coming two or three times a month. Christian is super friendly and always gives us samples of new drinks.”

Aria said, “Yeah, he seems nice.” Christian did have a friendly look.

After a while, the bartender came in with the drinks. “These are Velvet Smoke’s new releases for this month. Have a try. Mr. Barnes is still making the others.”

Vanessa picked up one of the glasses and took a sip. Her eyes lit up right away. “This tastes great. I like the flavor very much.”

Aria also took a small sip and nodded in agreement.

“I’ll leave you to it.” The bartender gave a slight bow and quietly left the private room.

About every ten minutes, the bartender would bring two specialty cocktails right on time. The room smelled faintly of alcohol as Vanessa and Aria drank and talked.

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