Chapter 409: An Encounter With Detective Lauren

The waiter frowned and said, "Maybe poor connection. The hotel has a 24/7 WiFi connection; let me connect." He took the phone and tried to connect.

"Ah, it's not working. It's not connecting. I don't know why, maybe it could be a weather problem," he said, attempting to offer an explanation.

Maria clenched her fists, realizing her attempt to gather information had failed miserably. Little did she know, Alice's swift action had disrupted her connection before any significant damage could occur.

"Fine, forget it. I don't need the internet now. Just leave!"

“Leave?” The waiter frowned and raised the condom. “What about what we agreed on?” He asked

Maria scowled and snapped, "Leave means leave! You failed at the one thing I asked you to do, so you get nothing in return. Get out!"

The waiter, frustrated and feeling slighted, retorted, "I risked a lot to bring you that phone, and now you're giving me excuses?”

“I needed a phone, you brought it without me getting what I want, just leave don'