Chapter 273

Amelia’s POV: You’re in such a rush to leave, yet you made me wait this long. I cursed inwardly. Scarlett sat across from me, crossing her slender, straight legs and leaning back against the sofa. She let out a lazy yawn. Her beautiful eyes narrowed slightly, resembling a languid yet refined cat. That effortless, almost casual posture felt like a slap to my face—especially since I had come fully prepared. I lowered my gaze and clenched my teeth, recalling my plan for today, forcing myself to endure. “Since you’re busy, I’ll get straight to the point,” I said, pulling a report from my bag and standing up to hand it to Scarlett. The moment she saw the report, her eyes narrowed. After glancing at it for a moment, she looked up. “What is it?” “You’ll see for yourself.” I lifted my chin, confidence swelling. This report was supposed to be my trump card—the one thing that could crush Scarlett. Truthfully, I should’ve given it to her yesterday. But out of nowhere, Everett encountered an incid