The Billionaire's Genius Wife

Chapter 312 Vague Answer

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Scratching his head, Rex walked towards Scarlett's room, waiting outside with a mix of concern and intrigue. He knew she was hiding something from him.

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Scarlett didn't linger in her room for long. She swiftly changed into tight black jeans and grabbed a black turtleneck and wore her coat from earlier. Her flat shoes were replaced with combat boots, reminiscent of her past missions in the field — she needed hard shoes to torment Theodor!

In just five minutes, Scarlett finished her quick transformation. She hurriedly exited her private room after ensuring her disguise was perfect.

However, upon stepping outside, she was taken aback to find Rex standing in front of her room and staring at her with a curious gaze.

An uneasy feeling enveloped Scarlett as she sensed that Rex was waiting for an answer to his earlier question. She knew Rex's character well—he wouldn't rest until he uncovered the truth.

Searching for an excuse to divert Rex's curiosity, Scarlett breathed a sigh of relief when she found one. But before she could voice her thoughts, Rex took a few steps toward her, standing directly before her.

"Don't hide anything from me, Three! Tell me, what's going on? Why, you and Seven seem to keep something from me?" Rex asked, crossing his arms over his chest, eager to hear her explanation.

Scarlett could only shake her head before speaking earnestly, "Nothing has happened, brother. But there is something important you need to know! Something more crucial than your curiosity!" Her words carried a weight of seriousness.

Rex detected the gravity in Scarlett's tone. "What is it?" he asked, his intonation shifting.

"Theodor is Xander's best friend!" Scarlett revealed, her voice lowered. A subtle smile played at the corners of her lips, observing Rex's growing shock.

"X-Xander befriends Theodor?? H-How is that possible?" Rex questioned. "Since when did he become friends with a noble family from M Country? And, the same person who tried to kidnap you, your nemesis? How? How? Can you explain it to me?" 

"Don't ask me. I don't know either!" Scarlett took a deep breath, mustering herself. She began recounting her encounter with Theodor after she and Xander had left Rex's birthday party.

After a few minutes of narrating, she concluded her tale...

Rex was utterly speechless by this sudden turn of events, and worry now enveloped him, "So, what are you going to do about Theodor now that he knows your real name? And also know your identity as a member of Fox!?" Rex asked with obvious concern.

Until then, Theodor had only been acquainted with Scarlett's authentic appearance, unaware of her real name. He only knew her as Trinity, her hacker alias. If Theodor knew her real name. He could be exposing Scarlett's real identity, complicating their matters. They couldn't simply let him go, but they couldn't resort to killing him either due to his influential status. The intricate plot twist was giving Rex a headache.

Scarlett didn't immediately respond to Rex, but a mischievous smile played on her pretty face. She had already decided—she vented her anger on Theodor before conversing with him.  She would beat him even harder and make sure no one recognized him after he left this place.

"You'll find out later," Scarlett replied, but her expression tensed as she remembered that Theodor knew her as a member of Fox. If she revealed her true identity to him, there was a chance Theodor, being an idiot, would tell Xander.

Taking a deep breath, Scarlett let out her frustration, unsure if she would go with her extreme plan—she would after talking to the man.

Rex looked on, confused by the sudden change in her expression; her previously happy face turned dark as if someone had just provoked her.

"What happened? Why do you suddenly look so gloomy?" Rex asked, bewildered by the rapid shift in her mood.

"How did you manage to kidnap him? Does Theodor know that you brought him here?" she inquired. She wasn't afraid to reveal her identity to Theodor; however, she didn't want Theodor to know Fox's headquarters in this city.

"Of course, I did it the usual way. He was drugged and has no idea where he is now. And as for his bodyguards, they have become shark food on the high seas," Rex replied with a mysterious smile framing his lips.

Scarlett chuckled, amused by Rex's malevolence. Then, she finally revealed her intentions. "My plan is simple. I will go see him and sort things out." Rex frowned, finding her plan rather vague.

"Can you explain more?" He asked.

"Brother, no, I mean Two, don't ask too many questions. I promise, I will handle it, I will end things with Theodor tonight..." Scarlett assured him as she headed toward the detainment room.

"Wait! I will accompany you," Rex hurriedly matched her stride.

"No!" Scarlett insisted. She didn't want Rex to know her true intentions. She intended to confront Theodor and deliver a beating before engaging in conversation. Worried that Rex might forbid her due to Theodor's noble status in the country M. She wanted to ensure that Theodor left half-dead, if not worse.

"Scarlett!" Rex exclaimed, gripping her hand tightly and causing her to abruptly halt. His face bore a worried expression. "Listen, something has happened to Theodor..." he said, his voice filled with concern.

Now bewildered by Xander's unusual behavior, Scarlett asked, "What happened to him?" Her confusion grew as Rex remained silent. "Brother, please tell me what's going on!" she urged, her eyes searching his face for answers.

After a brief moment of silence, Rex released Scarlett's hand and sighed. "Never mind! Ugh, you can find out for yourself when you meet him. I'll wait for you outside," he replied, frustration evident in his tone.

Frowning, Scarlett sensed that Rex was hiding something from her. However, she couldn't afford to waste any more time. She needed to resolve matters quickly and return to her husband.

With a nod, she resumed her stride, continuing on her way.

The detention room was located downstairs, accessible only through stairs on the opposite side of the elevator. Scarlett hastened her pace while Rex trailed silently behind, maintaining a distance between them.