The Killer Queen ( Noella Briony ) novel Chapter 325

Back in the day, the man stirring the pot behind the scenes of the Pollack family drama was none other than Garrick!

"We don't play ball with his plans, and he decides to throw both our families into chaos. But how could he go after Harriet like that!" Sexton was visibly upset.

Marcel shook his head. "Harriet and Xavier were his biggest supporters back in the day. When they realized something was off with his plans, they were the first to walk away. He held a grudge against Harriet, worried she took secrets of the Polaris Star with her. After Harriet left, Garrick wasn't about to let her off the hook."

Sexton slammed his hand on the table in front of him. "Heartless! He claimed Harriet was like a sister to him, and look what happened!"

"Let's not go there. It's my fault. I didn't protect Harriet when she needed it most. I'm here to pay my respects to your daughter-in-law, and then I'll be on my way."

Outside the hall, a light drizzle began to fall, with dark clouds pressing down, casting a somber ambiance. Inside, the solemn praying continued, its ancient tones offering a measure of peace.

Palmer gently squeezed Noella's hand, reluctant to let go. "It's starting to rain. You head back first. I'll come find you after I finish up here."

Noella knew Palmer had a lot on his plate. "Will my staying here hold you back?"

"I'll be distracted. Knowing you're here, I won't be able to focus."

Despite knowing Noella’s capability and that sometimes she could be of help, Palmer hated the thought of her being anywhere but safe.

"Alright, then I'll head out first."

After bidding farewell, Tristan left with his two daughters in tow.

Once in the car, Sienna finally turned to Noella with a smile. "Noella, why isn't Palmer leaving with you?"

Sienna's question stemmed from spotting Emeric, feeling that Noella’s future father-in-law seemed a bit unreliable.

"There's still a ceremony to wrap up, and some matters that need attending."

Sienna frowned. "Palmer's the youngest in the Pollack family, why does everything fall to him? Even if he's capable, they shouldn't take advantage of him like this!"

Sienna's attitude towards Palmer was pure mother-in-law doting on her son-in-law. In her eyes, Palmer was already part of the family! Seeing how Emeric treated Palmer, Sienna couldn't help but feel sympathetic.

Marcel turned to Noella. "Noella, when you go back to college, could you pass a message to your principal for me? Just tell him, it's time to settle accounts!"

Noella was taken aback. In the confined space of the car, Marcel's calm gaze and authoritative voice made the request all the more weighty.

"Garrick was also a friend of your grandma. Since we're planning to slowly hand over all family matters to you, I don't want to keep you in the dark."

Marcel believed that Noella wouldn’t want to miss anything related to Harriet. With the kids growing up, he trusted in their abilities.

"Tristan will be driving Noella to college from now on."

"Sure thing!"

The prospect of daily drives with his daughter made Tristan ecstatic.

Elara had been fast-tracking through her education, spending any free moment in the lab, leaving Tristan with little chance to enjoy father-daughter moments. Now, he finally had his chance!

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At Imperial University, as Noella entered the classroom, the class president, Ingrid, swiftly grabbed a book and took the seat beside her.

"Is this seat taken?"

"Nope."