Chapter 691: Honeytrap!

In the expansive parking lot of the rival farm, Martin bid farewell to Morgan Freeman, their exchange tinged with mutual respect and camaraderie.

"It's been an unforgettable evening," Martin remarked, clasping Morgan's hand firmly. "If not for this unexpected urgency, I'd gladly stay and revel in the festivities a while longer."

Morgan, his trademark grin ever-present, replied, "We'll save the poker game for another night then. Wouldn't want you feeling uncomfortable, my friend."

With a nod of understanding, Martin insisted, "You have other guests to attend to. I'll take my leave."

As Martin's Escalade rolled away from the farm, Morgan breathed a sigh of relief, reassured by the absence of any unexpected drama.

Confident that Lynch hadn't stirred up trouble at the party, Morgan felt a renewed sense of optimism, contemplating the possibility of inviting his step-granddaughter Edina over for some company.

Meanwhile, Martin adjusted the air conditioning in the car, attempting to cool his heightened senses, the remnants of the evening's excitement still coursing through his veins.

The thought of remaining at the party, surrounded by temptation, made Martin's pulse quicken, his resolve tested to its limits.

Unable to bear the anticipation any longer, Martin reached for his phone, dialing Elizabeth Olson's number with a sense of urgency.

"Honey, where are you?" Martin's voice held a note of longing as he spoke.

Elizabeth's response was simple yet reassuring, "I'm still at the office. I'll be home when you get back."

Martin's spirits lifted at the prospect of reuniting with his beloved, the drive home now infused with a sense of purpose.

Beside him, Bruce offered his assessment of the evening's entertainment, "Mia certainly stood out, but the others were nothing special."

Dismissing Mia with a wave of his hand, Martin remarked, "She's just a distraction. Malena's fine, but Nikiya seemed uncomfortable."

Taking note of Martin's interest, Bruce suggested, "You should find out more about them."

Martin nodded, slipping their business card into the car's armrest. "I'll make some inquiries. Can't let an opportunity like this slip away."

Bruce, understanding Martin's intentions, quipped, "You're persistent, I'll give you that. Always chasing after what you want."

Unfazed by Bruce's teasing, Martin defended his actions, "Can you blame me? Poker and dancing might be fun, but there's more to this than meets the eye."

As they continued their conversation, Martin outlined his suspicions about the girls' backgrounds, instructing Bruce to investigate further.

Back at Morgan Freeman's farm, Nikia, Malena, and Mia navigated the dimly lit corridor towards the auxiliary building, their steps faltering from exhaustion.

Mia, the eldest and perhaps the most experienced, voiced her concerns, "The boss will want details. If he finds out we didn't succeed, it could spell trouble."

Frustrated by Martin's resilience, Marlena couldn't help but vent, "Martin Davis is insatiable! He's like a fortress, impervious to our advances."

Their frustration palpable, the trio contemplated their next move, unsure of how to proceed in the face of Martin's unyielding resolve.

Nikia chimed in with a wince, "He practically glued us to the floor, expecting us to keep up with his endless dance demands."

Rubbing her aching waist, she added, "I'm beyond exhausted."

Marlena groaned, "I can already feel the cramps creeping in. Tonight's sleep is going to be rough."

Mia's reminder brought them back to reality, "Let's not forget about Michelle. We took her advance payment, but we didn't deliver what she expected. If she gets wind of this, we're in deep trouble."

Marlena fretted, "I've already spent all the money. I've got nothing to return."

Nikia echoed her sentiment, "Me too."

Their lavish spending habits meant money slipped through their fingers like water, leaving them empty-handed when it mattered most.

Mia's frustration was evident, "I can't just return a couple of bags and call it even. Michelle won't buy it."

Marlena had an epiphany, "It was just us and Martin in that room. If we keep our mouths shut, who's to say what really happened?"

Nikia's eyes sparkled with newfound hope, "Exactly! We were clearly pushed to our limits."

Mia, the seasoned veteran, interjected, "This doesn't bode well."

Marlena raised an important question, "When Michelle comes knocking for her share, what will you give her? And what about the rest of our payment?"

Nikia's eyes lit up at the thought of her impending shopping spree, "I'm eyeing a new Hermès bag. I could use the cash!"

Mia nodded in agreement, "Sounds good to me."

Marlena proposed a compromise, "Let's split it. Martin put up a fierce fight, and we ended up in this mess."

Nikia affirmed, "I'm in. No refunds, no regrets."

After some deliberation, Mia nodded in agreement, "Alright, let's stick to our story."

Marlena reassured them, "Don't worry, Michelle won't go interrogating Martin about this. It's not her style."

With their story rehearsed and their resolve solidified, the trio entered the annex building where Michelle awaited them.

Marlena, stepping forward confidently, met Michelle's gaze head-on, her legs trembling subtly beneath her tight white hot pants.

"Everything went smoothly, boss," Marlena reported, her tone confident.

Michelle, unfazed by the details, inquired, "Did you leave your contact information?"

Marlena confirmed, "Yes, Martin accepted it."

Satisfied, Michelle nodded, her gaze shifting to Mia and Nikia. Curiosity flickered in her eyes as she asked, "Martin Davis certainly made an impression. Was he... difficult?"

Marlena fought to suppress a smirk, mentally cursing Martin for his relentless demands. "Remarkably so," she answered, her tone tinged with veiled frustration.

Mia chimed in with a hint of exasperation, "He practically had us at his mercy."

Nikia added, "I'm pretty sure my legs are on the verge of mutiny."

Observing their demeanor, Michelle assumed Martin had left a lasting impact. "Alright, go rest up. Keep your phones on. We don't want to miss Martin's call."

She leaned in, her gaze piercing, "What's our next move? Do you have a plan?"

Marlena nodded confidently, "I've got it covered."

The other two echoed her sentiment in unison.

As Michelle observed the trio departing, her initial curiosity morphed into a keen interest.

Martin Davis's prowess had ignited a spark of curiosity within her.

Contemplating her options, Michelle toyed with the idea of personally engaging with Martin to further assess his potential as a valuable client.

At that moment, Lynch entered, breaking her reverie. "Boss?"

Michelle nodded, her mind already preoccupied with plans for the future. "Everything went according to plan."

As Lynch left, Michelle made a mental note to discuss the matter further with Morgan Freeman.

Later, in a private conversation with Morgan, Lynch expressed his gratitude for the party.

Morgan, with a knowing smile, replied, "It was a one-time deal. Don't expect a repeat performance."

Although Lynch knew better, he simply nodded in agreement. "Of course, we value our friendship too much to overstep."

Morgan's reminder didn't go unnoticed. "I trust you'll keep your word," he said firmly.

Lynch assured him, "Absolutely. Just give us some time, and we'll deliver as promised."

Satisfied, Morgan bid him farewell with a contented smile.

With Martin gone and the party over, Lynch and Michelle returned to Los Angeles, accompanied by Marlena, Mia, and Nikia.

Michelle instructed the trio to focus all their efforts on securing Martin's business and refrain from taking on any other clients.

Back in Los Angeles, after a brief respite, Marlena took charge, leading Mia and Nikia in search of a Texas Hold'em expert.

Their goal? To sharpen their poker skills and be better prepared for their next encounter with Martin.

Meanwhile, in Beverly Hills, at the Davis Manor, Martin received a text from Bruce, prompting him to join him downstairs.

Curious, Martin descended the stairs to find Bruce waiting for him in the lobby.

"What's the news?" Martin inquired.

Bruce handed him the gathered information. "Those three women dug up some interesting details."

Martin skimmed through the information, his interest piqued.

Bruce elaborated, "Malena Morgan, 20 years old, Florida. She's a lead actress in a late-night drama, quite the rising star."

Martin nodded thoughtfully.

Bruce continued, "Mia Markova, 18 years old. She's making waves as a streaming platform star and part-time model. There's talk of her joining the San Francisco Valley."

"And Nikiya, an aspiring actress from Ukraine, currently making waves as a model," Bruce added.

Martin absorbed the information, his mind already strategizing their next move.

As Bruce mentioned the party's organizer, Martin's interest was piqued. "Find out which company hosted the party."

Bruce assured him, "I'm on it. We'll have more details soon."

With a nod, Martin turned his attention to other matters, confident in Bruce's ability to handle the investigation.