The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never
Chapter 1957

“Apologies, Miss Moore.

I meant no disrespect.”

“Mr.

Lyons, we’re discussing business matters here,” Hannah reminded him firmly.

Acknowledging the cue, Remington refocused.

“Indeed, let’s continue our discussion.”

He then revealed, “I’ve withdrawn my spy from the Compton family.

You may suspect I was behind your father’s hospitalization, but focusing on my people might lead you to overlook the real adversary.

While it’s intriguing to watch from afar, I’m not keen on directly influencing the Compton’s internal strife.”

He paused, his tone shifting slightly.

“But- you’re the reason I would Like to get involved.

I can’t just observe passively.”

His candid admission left no room for misinterpretation, making his intentions clear to Hannah.

Previously, Remington’s interactions hinted at flirtation, but now there was an undeniable aggressiveness in his demeanor towards Hannah.

“If you need assistance, I could ask Conor for help.

He’s deeply familiar with the Compton family secrets,” Remington offered.

“I’m not interested in anything else,” Hannah declared, her gaze fixed on him.

“I want to know if Wilfred took the Compton family’s company seal.”

“Well—” Remington hesitated, then proposed, “If you accept one condition, I’ll reveal who possesses the seal.”

Hannah, familiar with such tactics, wasn’t swayed.

“Your implication suggests the seal isn’t with Wilfred.

Did Conor return with Wallace’s seal?”

Remington shook his head, observing her carefully.

“Your perceptiveness is noteworthy, Miss Moore.

Do you deduce all this just from observation?”

“Are you unaware of micro-expressions?” Hannah countered, exposing his attempt at deceit.

Unperturbed, Remington retorted, “Even assuming I have it, Miss Moore, would you attempt to take it from me?”

He warned, “I’d advise against it.

Despite your capabilities, this manor isn’t somewhere you can freely enter or leave.”

After a tense standoff, Hannah laughed lightly and turned away.

“What condition do you propose for returning the seal?”

“The condition is straightforward,” Remington replied, smiling slightly.

“Marry me.”

Hannah was silent for a long while, wondering if she had heard correctly.

“Why the hesitation, Miss Moore? Are you unwilling?” Remington asked and tilted his head slightly, his gaze alight with curiosity.

“If you agree to marry me, you’ll not only obtain the seal but also resolve the current predicament facing the Compton family.”

With darkened eyes, Hannah replied, “It seems Mr.

Lyons knows how to strike a bargain.

Marrying you would mean I control the Compton family, but it would also make me a mere extension of the Lyons.

Regardless of the outcome, you’ll have nothing to lose.”

“No, you’re mistaken, Miss Moore,” Remington countered.

“This union would benefit both our families equally, intertwining our destinies.”

After pausing for a moment, he continued, “Besides, Miss Moore, this is no longer about business.

I genuinely have feelings for you.”

Hannah scoffed and muttered, “The Lyons family has never married a foreign woman, have they?”