His Secret Spoiled Wife (Lily and Alexander) novel Chapter 1605

"I know I can’t overpower you and how skilled you are." Mike sighed as he glanced at Lily. "But, I also know how they'd do away with me if I can't convince you, so… I'm sorry."

"Did you poison my tea?" Lily frowned.

"Don't worry. It's just a light dose. It won't affect your unborn child. It's just that we'd have to…" Mike, who just stood up, suddenly swayed, and the scene before him became blurry. "You…"

Lily pointed to the debris on the ground and smiled. "Have you forgotten why your boss wants to hire me? I'm an expert in this field."

She knew something was wrong when she touched the cup and smelled the tea. She also knew what Mike had added to it.

Mike was telling the truth. The drug he put in the drink would not harm her child. It would only put her to sleep. She had quietly exchanged their cups without him realizing.

"You…" Mike tried to hold himself up, but the drug's effect quickly kicked in. Soon, he could barely see what was in front of him.

"Don't blame me for doing this. I'm just giving you a taste of your own medicine. I know you have difficulties, but so do I. Don't worry. I promise I’ll help save your son." Lily watched as Mike slumped across the table while his eyelids fluttered shut.

After giving a pat on his shoulder, she left the booth and said, "My friend had a little too much to drink. Let him sleep here for a while. I'll pay the bill. Reserve this booth for the entire afternoon."

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