Go After My Ex-wife
Chapter 632 Greed

"Belle turned her face. There was not a trace of emotion in her eyes. She asked curiously, """Mr. Xanthe, what did you say? What ocean?"""""

"Sergio analyzed her expression carefully. ""Belle, the Ocean Heart is a rare treasure. Many older people have seen it and wanted to own it. That year, the auction attracted huge attention but it was taken off the auction at the last minute's notice. It simply vanished after that. There was a rumor that Madam Lilian had sent it to Harvey Manor. Do you know about it?""""

Sergio's voice was soft like a dream but he was indeed talking to Belle about the Ocean Heart.

"Belle clenched her fists and she smiled patronisingly. """So, that's how it is. You came to Harvey Manor because of rumors of a rare jewel? I have been wondering why you would move into our home when we have no business with you. I now know it is because of the treasure. Mr. Xanthe, you are indeed morally noble, to be abusing your power for your own convenience.""

"Sergio's face blushed slightly as Belle replied sarcastically. He was curious about the jewelry solely because Yadriel desired it. He wasn't personally interested in it but he couldn't explain himself. So, he replied with a snicker."

"Belle, I am only doing this for your own good. As the head of the family, I am sure that you are aware a treasure as valuable as this would only bring trouble to the family instead of glory. It might very well end in bloodbath. I am only telling you this to serve as a friendly reminder. Hand the jewelry over if you know where it is in exchange for the safety of Harvey Manor. If you do not know where it is, then I would advise you to leave this place for your own safety. Do you understand? Sergio sounded very sincere. He did not want Belle to be involved or get hurt because of the treasure."

Belle looked at him and smiled suddenly. Her teeth were white and her eyes were bright.

"Mr. Xanthe, you must be joking. Let's not mention if the Harvey family actually owns the jewelry. Even if they do, why in the world will I be informed of its existence? I'm just the daughter-in-law of the Harvey family. You have a really wild imagination. You've stayed in Harvey Manor for quite some time now. Have you ever heard of it? This is such a baseless rumor. You are an official with a governmental title. It's ridiculous that you are making such claims and insisted on me handing over some priceless gem off the books. Are you now in charge of private assets too? Belle felt absurd with the things Sergio had said." "Sergio looked at her and sighed. ""Belle, you really don't get it. I am only doing this to keep you safe. You will understand what I meant today in the future if you insist on being stubborn.""""

"What do you want exactly, Mr. Xanthe? The way you are saying it seems like you already know where the jewelry is. Then, why bother asking me? Go and get it yourself. I am going to be frank with you. I have never heard of anything as such and I am not interested in the piece at all. I am sorry but I have to make a move as I still have errands to run. Belle's tone was frigid and unsympathetic. Then, she walked towards the corridor."

"Belle, I heard that Sophia had handed this treasure on to you. Sergio's words were like a needle piercing straight into Belle's heart from the back. It was so painful that blood drained from her face. Fortunately, she had her back towards him. Otherwise, he would have noticed her change in expression. Her entire back stiffened from his words."

Not a single person in Harvey Manor knew about this. Even Calvin didn't know until she had personally told him. How did Sergio find out?

The most difficult task in the world was to guard against people with ill intentions!

"Belle was in a daze. She finally realized that things were not as simple as she thought. It seemed that many people were coveting this treasure. Now, they are all waiting for an opportunity to take advantage of the chaotic situation in Harvey Group's to steal the treasure."

The scariest thing in the world was insatiable greed!

"Mr. Xanthe, you're really well-informed. However, I've neither seen nor heard of the jewelry you're talking about. I don't know where you got your news from. What do you actually intend to achieve with the knowledge of my possessions? Belle turned her head and her eyes were frosty."

"Belle, you misunderstood me. Sergio smiled and added, ""I am just saying that it won't do any good to you if you decide to keep it. I just want to remind you of that."""""

Belle frowned.

Thank you for the reminder. But I really don't know about the jewelry you are talking about and have never seen it before. Some people are so greedy that they came out with all sorts of ideas and spread rumors about me. That's their ignorance. Goodbye.

"Belle, please reconsider my words. What I said was definitely for your own good. Sergio looked at her from the back and warned her again with a stern voice."

Belle's heart was thumping wildly but she tried her best to hold it in and walked away with determined strides.

"As soon as she returned to the guest room, she threw herself onto the bed."

"Calvin, I am so tired. Please come back soon. Belle buried her face in the quilt and muttered to herself. If Sergio's real intention was the Ocean Heart then Harvey Manor might really encounter a bloodbath. Judging from his tone, he was not the only one who had their eyes set on the treasure."

Belle felt scared as she thought about it. She was even more fearful of the possibility of her failure to protect the treasure.

What should I do? She held the sheet tightly and burst into tears.

"Liya slept so deeply this time! When she woke up, it was already dark outside."

She washed up and realized she was starving. She hadn't eaten anything all day.

Meal hours had already passed in Harvey Manor.

What should I do? Obviously I can't order takeouts. Liya thought to herself.

Harvey Manor was surrounded by huge pieces of untouched land. Commercial businesses were prohibited in the area. It would take a lot of time and effort for the food to be delivered.

"Oscar had returned to C City for a few days. So, it's impossible to count on him. Moreover, she was feeling tired and did not want to go out to eat."

She took her slippers and walked out. She headed towards the kitchen of the Ink Garden to see if she could find something to eat.

"Pay attention to Belle's movements. That jewelry is very likely with her. As soon as Liya passed through the corridor in darkness, she heard a faint voice coming from under a parasol tree." Treasure? She thought of the Ocean Heart that Letty mentioned to her the other day. She stopped immediately and her eyes lit up.

Are you sure? We haven't found anything after following her for days. Another shadow expressed his doubts.

"Nonsense. Of course it wouldn't be an easy task since it is a treasure. Even Harvey Manor itself barely has anyone who knows about it. What do you think us outsiders would know? Our boss had worked hard to obtain this lead. Of course it would be true. Just keep a close eye on her. Don't waste your time doubting nonsense, the man scolded in a low voice."

Liya was stunned. It seemed as though the treasure really existed and so many people were plotting for it. This was a rare opportunity to make a fortune.

"Liya heard that Calvin had been arrested. She deduced that the chances of her becoming his second wife was negligible. If she couldn't marry into the family, then she wouldn't get any benefit at all. She might as well continue staying at Harvey Manor and try to get her hands on the treasure."

The two men left quietly.

Liya watched them walk towards the guest room in the Ink Garden. She was still in shock from her encounter. She turned around to walk in the opposite direction towards the kitchen in the Ink Garden. "She searched the kitchen for a while. It was a huge kitchen. She found some food, and proceeded to heat them in the microwave oven. After filling up her stomach, she returned to the guest room." "As she passed by Belle's guest room, she turned her head on purpose to take a look in the room."

The door was open.

She stopped and looked around.

"Belle, she called out softly and extended her neck to look around."

"There was no one in the room, but the door was wide open. This was a perfect opportunity to sneak in."

Liya crept into the room as she thought to herself.

Belle's room was more spacious and classier than hers but the amenities inside were almost the same. Her eyes roamed the room like a hungry wolf looking for prey. Belle's handbag was placed on the couch on one side.

"Liya looked at the bag. It was a limited edition bag. Although it wasn't luxurious, it had personality."

"There should be something in there, right? She is the head of the family after all."

She walked up to the bag and started fumbling.

"Belle, will Calvin be okay? When will he come back? This is all so heart-wrenching. She heard footsteps approaching and Rosa's clear voice rang."

Liya was startled. She wanted to escape but it was too late.

She quickly put Belle's bag back to where it was and sat down on the couch.

Why are you in my room? Belle and Rosa walked in worriedly. Belle immediately questioned her when they saw Liya sitting cross-legged on the couch with a casual expression.

"Belle, I came to find you but you weren't here. The door was open. So, I came in, Liya answered shamelessly."

Belle frowned and she looked displeased.

Was the door to her room open? Who opened it?

You should've waited outside. You don't look like you have a sincere reason to look for me. Belle interrogated Liya.

"You f*cking sl*t. How dare you barge into our bedroom? It's no wonder I smelled a stench from a distance. It seems like there's a vixen here in our room, Rosa said in disgust when she noticed how unperturbed Liya was. Rosa pointed at the door with her finger and yelled angrily, """Get out of here, sl*t."""""

"Liya had been mocked by Rosa several times and she was intimidated by her. She did not dare to rebuke her when she started scolding. She stood up and smiled. """Come on, Belle. I really did have something to ask of you."""""

What's the matter? Belle asked.

"Belle, I came to ask about Calvin. I heard that he was arrested. I was so worried that I couldn't sleep. So, I came here to understand the situation, she said with a worried and anxious expression. She approached Belle and said, """Belle, do you think Calvin will be okay?"""""

Belle sized her up in a hostile manner.

Liya's eyes flickered and her coquettish face had an evil glow.