39. "Vivienne in Danger: Unknown Assailant."

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Early morning,

The early morning sunlight filtered through the windows of the store, casting a warm glow on Rhiannon and Vivienne as they stood facing each other.

Rhiannon, still in her pajamas, looked a little groggy, but her eyes sparkled with determination as she addressed her boss.

"Boss, are you really leaving me alone to handle the workload here?" she exclaimed, her voice filled with a mix of excitement and apprehension.

Vivienne, dressed in her usual chic fashion, smiled reassuringly at Rhiannon. Her bags were packed, and she was ready to go back her home.

She placed a comforting hand on Rhiannon's shoulder, giving it a reassuring pat.

"I know you can handle it, and I have faith in you," Vivienne said. "Plus, I'll be sending some personnel to help you set up the store and keep things running smoothly."

Rhiannon nodded, accepting the challenge with a confident smile. She couldn't resist adding a touch of playfulness to her response.

"Alright then, if you have so much confidence in me, I will do it and accomplish this noble mission!" she declared, striking exaggerated poses that made Vivienne chuckle.

Vivienne shook her head in amusement, marveling at Rhiannon's boundless energy.

She turned to Olivia Windsor, who had been a great help to them. With genuine gratitude, Vivienne expressed her appreciation.

"Thank you for helping us, Ms. Olivia," she said sincerely.

Olivia, a kind-hearted woman with a warm smile, waved off Vivienne's thanks.

"No, it's alright. You don't have to thank me for that. Now that we call each other friends," Olivia said, her voice warm and her eyes twinkling with camaraderie. She emphasized the word 'friends' with a knowing nod, acknowledging the bond that had formed between them.

Vivienne nodded in agreement, touched by Olivia's kindness. She turned to Rhiannon, who was still in her pajamas, and gave her a simple hug.

"Okay then, Rhiannon, I'm off," Vivienne said with a gentle smile. "And you should also get ready for the day!"

Rhiannon returned the hug, rolling her eyes playfully at Vivienne's comment.

"Okay...okay, off you go!" Rhiannon teased, watching her friend leave with a wave.

Vivienne left from there, accompanied by Olivia who had decided to see her off to the car that would take her to the airport.

Olivia spoke briefly with the driver, helping Vivienne load her luggage into the back of the car.

"See you later, Ms. Olivia!" Vivienne called out, waving her hand from the car window.

"Yeah, see you later, Ms. Vivienne," Olivia replied with a smile, waving back as the car pulled away.

"Boooomn!"

With a sudden roar, the car accelerated, its engine humming as it raced down the pavement, leaving the scenery behind in a blur.

The wind continued to whip through Vivienne's hair as she gazed out at the passing scenery. She had expected the usual sights of the city as she made her way to the airport, but instead, she found herself surrounded by breathtaking vistas of mountains and forests.

The scenery was not grandiose, but rather understated and average in size, yet it exuded a quiet beauty that captivated her.

"What place is this? I didn't have time to tour every place Scion Qing Metropolis has to offer!" Vivienne exclaimed, her curiosity piqued as she pointed towards the landscape that unfolded before her.

The driver, with his calm and calculated tone, replied, "Ohh, this is a small wildlife reserve center in Scion Qing Metropolis. It's also a sanctuary for a few rare trees that are on the brink of extinction due to the rapid development of the city."

Vivienne listened attentively, impressed by the driver's knowledge and humble attitude. It was clear that he was well-aware of who she was, but he spoke to her with respect and sincerity.

As the car continued to wind its way through the reserve, Vivienne couldn't help but be enchanted by the natural beauty around her.

The air felt fresher, and the gentle brushing of the wind against her skin was invigorating. She marveled at the lush greenery, the vibrant colors of the flora, and the serene tranquility of the wildlife reserve.

It was a stark contrast to the bustling city she was leaving behind, and Vivienne found herself entranced by this unexpected detour.

Lost in the moment, Vivienne leaned closer to the window, taking in every detail of the landscape as the car drove on. She felt a sense of awe and appreciation for the preservation of nature amidst the rapid urbanization of the city.

"Craaash...!!" "Screeeech....Brooomn!!"

Vivienne's thoughts on the fragility of the environment were abruptly interrupted by a loud crash that jolted her out of her reverie.

She turned to see a car speeding towards them from behind, its engine roaring and tires screeching. Her heart skipped a beat as she realized they were being targeted.

"Broooomn, Crackkkk!"

The impact of the collision rocked their car, and Vivienne grabbed onto her seat, her knuckles turning white from the force of the impact.

"Screech...!" "Brooomn...!"

The driver quickly swerved to the side, narrowly avoiding a collision with the guardrail. Vivienne could feel her pulse racing, adrenaline surging through her veins.

"What...what just g...!" Vivienne stammered, her voice filled with shock and confusion as she tried to process what had just happened.

She looked out the rearview mirror and saw multiple cars, at least five of them, all following closely behind them. It was as if they had been lying in wait, ready to pounce like predators on their prey.

"Mistress, please hold tight!" The driver's voice was urgent as he gripped the steering wheel tightly, his eyes focused on the road ahead.

"Brooomn...!"

He stepped on the accelerator, pushing the car to its limits, weaving in and out of few cars on the way with calculated precision.

"Screeeech...Brooomn...broooomn...!!"

The pursuit was relentless. The cars behind them were closing in, their engines revving aggressively, and Vivienne could hear the screech of tires as they swerved dangerously close to their car, trying to force them off the road.

The tension in the air was palpable, and Vivienne's heart pounded in her chest as she gripped the door handle, her knuckles turning white.

"Hello, Boss! Please send reinforcements! Someone is trying to harm Mistress. Hurry up, I can't hold on for more than half an hour. Please be fast, I will do everything in my power to keep Mistress safe from harm!"

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