The Killer Queen (Noella Briony) novel Chapter 391

Rumors were swirling that Esme was none other than a persona of the enigmatic Master Azure!

"I'm here mainly for your engagement party, and also to attend a special event together with you," Esme explained.

An event that warranted Esme's personal attendance, with Hector by her side the whole time, was bound to be extraordinary.

"Got it. I've taken care of everything at the hotel. If you or Master Azure have any issues, just reach out to my secretary."

The moment Linnea caught sight of Esme, her eyes lit up with excitement!

After all, Esme was a fashion icon, having clinched the title of Fashion Queen multiple times over!

Her designs were legendary, setting benchmarks that seemed insurmountable!

Linnea gushed, "Ms. Esme, if there's anything you need, just let me know! Your devoted butler, Shen, is at your service!"

Esme laughed heartily, gesturing for Hector to carry her luggage upstairs.

Noella chimed in, "Master, we've arranged a sea-view room for you, and we'll make sure to serve your favorite dishes."

"It's Noella who always knows best!"

Upon entering the vast suite, they noticed that even the bed linens had been customized to Esme's taste, and there, on the nightstand, was an exquisite piece of jade carving, clearly Noella's own handiwork.

Esme's fondness for Master Sylvie's jade carvings was well known in the industry.

Watching Esme lovingly cradle the jade carvings, Noella smiled subtly.

"I might have missed your birthday, Master, but I've prepared everything, just in time for this visit."

"My dear Noella, always so thoughtful!"

Only Noella remembered everyone's preferences, gifting them with thoughtful presents year after year.

For them, it wasn't about the material value but the thoughtfulness behind each gift.

Esme caressed a silk quilt, "Is this one of our creations?"

"Yes, it's our latest silk development. The embroidery is by Azure," Noella informed her.

Esme understood that meant Noella herself had done the embroidery.

"You always put so much thought into everything. I do have another reason for my visit."

Hector added, "Ms. Esme is just worried about you being here alone, and with those kids getting restless, she thought it'd be a good time to sort out some of the old guard as well."

Esme knew exactly which of the old Polaris Star members were still around!

Noella bit her lip, "Master, who allowed the Polaris Star Project to exist in the first place?"

"Only a high-ranking madman, someone capable of associating with Garrick. My visit is also to see him. Even though Polaris Star is now in your hands, I still need to clean up for you."

"And as for who it is, haven't you ever wondered why your Polaris Star has only twenty-four members?"

Polaris Star was named after the twenty-eight lunar mansions, the missing four were aligned with Garrick!

The one who signed off on the Polaris Star Project was also a member themselves.

Esme wrapped herself in a shawl, her lace gloves adorned with exquisite pearls, embodying elegance and refinement.

"That person's old code name was 7-Slayer!"

...

Imperial West Hospital.

Outside the Sexton ward, a well-dressed woman hurried along with a few children in tow.

Upon receiving the news, Megan Barth, the eldest daughter of the Pollack family, rushed back to Imperial City with her family.

Despite the journey's weariness, worry was etched all over Megan's face.

A young woman trailing behind her looked around excitedly, eager for another chance to see Palmer.

Despite being closely related, Palmer and Megan weren't particularly close, rarely contacting each other throughout the year. This hospital visit was a rare opportunity for Myra Whitaker, Megan's husband's niece, to accompany the Pollack family.