The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 1226

When Harland's assistant came to report to him, Abby overheard their conversation. She learned that the Lerman family had a long-standing partner with a fixed shipping route. The family's power in Solmaris was immense, and Leonard's reputation for ruthlessness was so notorious that no one dared to steal from him. Anyone who touched his cargo was a dead man. Because of this, the shipping route had remained unchanged for years—a clear declaration to the world that this path belonged exclusively to the Lerman family.

Stella and Abby had come to Solmaris for revenge. Just because others were afraid didn't mean they were.

Although Abby couldn't be certain the information was legitimate, she passed it on to Stella anyway. Leonard was a snake hiding in the shadows; playing it safe would never be enough to take him down. If they were too cautious, too afraid to take a gamble, then their entire trip to Solmaris would be meaningless.

As best friends, Abby and Stella knew each other inside and out. Abby knew Stella would never miss an opportunity like this, and she trusted that Stella's intelligence would ensure she had a fallback plan.

She had been right. Stella had succeeded.

What surprised Abby even more was that the information she'd overheard from Harland was actually true. It seemed her decision to stay by his side was the right one. As the former heir, he clearly had access to more secrets than anyone else.

The thought sent a thrill of excitement through her. With Harland unable to walk and unable to see, all she had to do was earn his trust, and stealing information would be child's play.

Harland's voice cut through her thoughts.

"The hijacking of this shipment is definitely suspicious."

Abby snapped back to attention. "Suspicious?"

"The Lerman family hasn't had an incident like this in years," Harland explained. "And for it to happen now… my assistant heard a rumor that the family staged the robbery themselves, selling the cargo to multiple buyers to cover recent losses."

Abby cleared her throat and replied righteously, "Yes, I am! Leonard is the one who did this to you, Master Harland. The more he suffers, the happier I am!"

She played the part of a loyal subordinate, completely devoted to her master.

"You can't say things like that outside of these walls," Harland said with a helpless sigh.

"I know, I know," Abby said cheerfully. "But there are no outsiders here."

Harland seemed to recall something else. "Leonard's condition is dire, though. He was shot in the ear—they say it's practically destroyed. And he lost an arm. He'll likely be disabled for life."