Masked In Nobility: Secrets Of Mrs. Chavez by Selina Gorges

Emmett glanced at Jacob, whose expression was conflicted, and sighed expressionlessly. “You're overthinking it

Jacob nodded sheepishly. “Not too much, right? Forget it, we'll talk about it later

Hearing this, Chris approached with an indescribable look on his face and patted Jacob on the shoulder. “Bro,

you're really overthinking this”

Jacob turned his head to look at Bruce, who appeared coll, and Frankie, who appeared casual and carefree. So,

what exactly am | overthinking? he wondered.

Yvette led a dozen people along the footprints and traces left by the figures earlier, walking for about half an

hour before arriving at a dense forest Yvette's gaze was deep and sharp. She turned to the people behind her,

her voice cold, low, and deep. “Once we pass through this forest, there will be a river. Beyond that river lies the

cannibals territory. In this river, there are at least twenty or thirty giant crocodiles. The only way to cross the

river is to kill them all.”

Yvette lowered her gaze, her eyes indifferent, with a slight raise of her delicate brows. Ah, it’s been a while since

I've last seen these little cuties, she thought.

Jeremiah’s gaze was deep as he looked at everyone, his voice cold. The aura around him grew even more

imposing. “Be prepared, and don’t let your guard down.”

Everyone nodded. Emmett, Bruce, Chris, and Frankie all wore serious expressions. They knew well that the giant

crocodiles Yvette mentioned likely had similar destructive power to the massive python they encountered on the

first day. Otherwise. she wouldn't have specifically warned them. However, they were no longer the sas

they were six days ago. Without a doubt, another b***dy battle awaited them soon.

Compared to Emmett and the others, Jeremiah’s soldiers, despite having faced the dangers of the rainforest,

were still skeptical of Yvette’s claims. How could she know there’s a river without crossing the forest? And how

would she know about the giant crocodiles in it? Or that beyond the river lies cannibal territory? It all seemed too

far-fetched to believe, they thought

The soldiers’ duty was to obey orders. So, even though Jacob and the others didn’t believe Yvette, they still

dutifully followed Jeremiah’s instructions, preparing for battle and donning their waterproof gear. After making all

the necessary preparations, the group continued forward. Sure enough, after passing through the dense forest,

they saw the river Yvette had mentioned. The river rushed like a wild stallion, its waters muddy and filled with a

nauseating stench.

Jacob exchanged glances with the soldiers, all of them staring in disbelief at the river ahead. “Jacob, there's

really a river. Ms. Zeller is incredible. She was spot on about everything

One of the soldiers pointed at the river with a shocked expression. “Look! What's that?”

Yvette fixed her gaze on the mass of crocodiles swimming toward them from the river. She carrying a hint of

danger. “Here cthe cuties.”

t on a wicked smile, her voice

Beside her, Jeremiah squinted slightly, tilting his head as he spoke in a low, raspy voice, “Hmm, quite cute

indeed”

Emmett, Bruce, Frankie, and Chris all turned their heads simultaneously, their expressions sour. How could they

really find these giant creatures adorable? Mr. Chavez spoils Yve too much, they thought. Looking at the ugly,

massive crocodiles with gaping mouths, they couldn't understand how Yvette could call them cutres.”

Chris cleared his throat and looked respectfully at Yvette, speaking in a deferential tone, “Yve, these crocodiles

are known for their tough skin. Bullets are unlikely to penetrate them. Looks like we’ll have to rely on close

combat again this time”

Emmett, Bruce, and Frankie nodded in agreement. They encountered crocodiles before, though not as large as

these, Back then, they had already found out that bullets were inetfective, and now, with these giant crocodiles

before them, it was unlikely the bullets would have much effect either.

Yvette narrowed her eyes, her expression cold and ruthless. Her voice was soft and slow. “Alright go ahead”

As soon as Yvette gave the command, Emmett, Bruce, Chris, and Frankie grabbed their daggers from their packs

and rushed. toward the crocodiles in the river, like they were clearing out a sale at the mall. Jacob and his men

were about to follow when Yvette tilted her head slightly, a knowing smile playing on her lips. Her expression

was cold and detached, with a hint of arrogance and defiance in her eyes. She stood tall and proud as alark mass

of crocodiles loomed behind her. “We don’t need you” she said.

Jeremiah knew Yvette wouldn't have said that unless she was confident that they could handle the crocodiles in

the water. He always trusted her unconditionally. Pressing his lips, he gave a succinct order to those behind him,

“Stand by.” Without another word, he looked into the distance where Emmett and the others were about to

confront the crocodiles, his gaze deepening

Seeing that Emmett and the others were about to engage in battle with the crocodiles, Jacob anxiously shouted

to Jeremiah, “Major General, there are only four of them, but there are dozens of crocodiles in the river. Let us go

down and help them! Every extra person increases our chances of winning.”

The soldiers behind him echoed his plea. “Yes, Mr. Chavez, let us go down. We can’t just stand here and watch

Emmett and the others fight for us!”

“Exactly, we're soldiers! We can’t sit here and do nothing. Mr. Chavez, another soldier added.

The noise around her was beginning to get on Yvette’s nerves. She turned to face Jacob and his group, barely

lifting her eyelids. There was a dangerous edge in her eyes as she said coldly. “Shut up”

Jacob and his group of ten froze in place like statues. He couldn't understand why Yvette’s aura felt even

stronger than Jeremiah’s just now. In the next moment, they were dumbstruck as they watched what unfolded

before them. Contrary their expectations of a tough battle, Emmett and the others killed the crocodiles with

ease-three strikes and the beasts were dead.

Bruce, Emmett, Frankie, and Chris

charged straight at the crocodiles,

their daggers expertly targeting the

weak points-the TR the kelty and

te Poss Fach Strike was lethal.

Their precision was not only due to

their combat experience over the

past few days but also because

Yvette had told them that the

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In less than ten minutes, two-thirds

of the dozens of crocodiles had

already been killed. Only three to five

remained, and it was only a-maiter of

tbeget ot dre taken

down. ‘Over the past few days of

battling together in the rainforest.

Emmett, Bruce, Chris, and Frankie

had developed such a strong combat

synergy that a single glance was

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Under the astonished gazes of Jacob and his group, the battle was drawing to a close. Yvette’'s eyes flickered

slightly as she stood lazily by the riverbank, watching as the group finished off the last crocodile and returned,

soaked from head to toe. Jeremiah shifted slightly, his cold eyes showing a hint of satisfaction.

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Emmett and Chris's internal energy

from their ancient combat arts had

noticeably grown stronger, while

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Bruce shook off the mud from his body and spoke naturally, “Yve, what do you think? Any areas we need to

improve on?”

Jeremiah stood quietly to the side, while everyone's gaze turned toward the nonchalant Yvette. Her striking

beauty against the blood-stained river behind her created a chillingly beautiful scene.

Yvette glanced at them, her voice lazy. “Not bad.”

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Emmett and the others visibly brightened. Yvette’s approvwas all that mattered to them.