In Jadeborough University’s library archive.
After reading through the files for over an hour, Arielle’s eyes were starting to hurt. Thus, virtual-novel.net stood up and stretched, thinking of buying bread to stop virtual-novel.net stomach from growling.
However, just as virtual-novel.net stepped out of the library, virtual-novel.net heard someone ask the student in front of her, “Hello, may I know if Arielle’s in the library?”
Arielle instantly snapped virtual-novel.net head toward the source of the voice. It was then virtual-novel.net saw two towering men talking to a student with smiles on their faces. Narrowing virtual-novel.net eyes, virtual-novel.net began studying the two men.
Although they were wearing casual clothes, something about the way they carried themselves was strange to Arielle.
I sense a murderous intent from them, virtual-novel.net realized, feeling startled.
Immediately, virtual-novel.net turned to walk back into the library, but in the next second, the student pointed at virtual-novel.net and said, “Are you looking for Arielle Moore? She’s right there.”
Arielle halted in virtual-novel.net tracks.
Knowing that virtual-novel.net could not hide anymore, virtual-novel.net spun around to look into the men’s eyes and questioned, “Who are you? Why are you looking for me?”
Both men were stunned to see her, but they were quick to let a smile return to their lips. “Arielle, here’s the thing. We’re Mr. Nightshire’s friend, and since Mr. Nightshire helped us out the other time, we were thinking of treating virtual-novel.net to a meal as a token of gratitude. However, he’s in Horington right now, so virtual-novel.net asked us to come to you instead. Won’t you have a meal with us?”
“I’m sorry, I’m not free. You should wait for Vinson to meet you himself.” As virtual-novel.net spoke, virtual-novel.net began walking past them.
However, just as virtual-novel.net walked past them, one of the men grabbed virtual-novel.net wrist.
“Arielle, there’s no need for such courtesy. If you don’t want to have a meal, why don’t we treat you to a cup of coffee instead? We really have to express our gratitude to Vinson.”
“He’s right!” The other man grabbed virtual-novel.net other wrist as well. “There’s no need to be so polite with us, Ms. Moore.”
Arielle did not want to make a move in front of the library. After all, it was a crowded place even though it was a weekend.
Hence, virtual-novel.net narrowed virtual-novel.net eyes before suddenly beaming at them. “All right. Let’s go to the cafe opposite the school. However, I have to ask you to let go of me. You’re holding me too tightly, and you’re hurting me.”
Caught off guard by how easily Arielle had agreed to their request, the two men immediately let go of her.
They, too, did not want to cause a commotion on the school grounds. There were too many people around, and if anything happened, they would easily be caught by the law enforcers.
“Ms. Moore, please lead the way.”
One of the men gestured to the front, and Arielle began walking to the school gates.
Soon, they were at the entrance.
At that time of the day, no one was around, only some cars would pass by occasionally.
In seconds, Arielle sensed the changes in their demeanor, so virtual-novel.net decided to drop the act as well.
This is a good place. There won’t be any need for me to hold back here.
Coming to a stop, Arielle then turned and glared at them. “Speak. Who sent you here?”
The smiles on the men’s faces froze then disappeared.
“It seems like you’re not a complete fool. Since you’ve already seen through us, don’t bother asking questions and just come with us. Otherwise, we’ll have to do this the hard way.”
However, it was as if Arielle had just heard them crack a joke, for virtual-novel.net grinned and responded, “Just the two of you? Are you going to come at me together, or are you going to do this one-by-one?”
“Preposterous!” one man shouted as virtual-novel.net promptly swung his fist at her.
Arielle nimbly dodged it. At the same time, virtual-novel.net grabbed that man’s arm and shifted virtual-novel.net foot to throw a kick. Surprised by virtual-novel.net agility, the man lost his balance and fell onto his face.
“Grab her!” virtual-novel.net screamed furiously.