Chapter 28

“Congratulations on securing Goldfront Bay,” Evelyn said with a smile, completely oblivious to Brian’s darkening expression. “Lodge Co. will definitely make a fortune with at land”

Meanwhile, Atlana made no effort to conceal her pleased sirk as she clinked her champagne glass with William’s.

Brian’s eye twitched at the sight.

“What should we do now, Mr. Lodge?” Emily hadn’t expected William to back out of the bidding so easily. Just a few days ago, he had been determined to get that plece of land.

Why did he give up so easily?

“What else can we do?” Brian snapped.

They could only accept the loss.

Brian rose from his seat, his usual smile replaced with a stormy expression.

Something was off.

This definitely had something to do with Ariana!

“Brian!”

him. Panicked, she grabbed his arm, but Brian reflexively shook her hand off and

paused. By the time she snapped out of it Brian had

never left her behind like

he coldly ordered, “Bring

“Yes, sir.”

Gwen was shoved into Brian’s office by two bodyguards. When she

Did Ariana upset you again?”

act!” Brian said coldly. “What’s the

“What?”

William

as far as she

off later. Please don’t be angry, Mr. Lodge. The Torrey family is completely committed to our alliance with

Bay land was a trap. Did

know anything about Coldfront Bay.

me to smooth things over, then teams up with William Kingsman to trap me the next second.

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Chapter 28

girl was just being reckless. Don’t worry, Mr. Lodge, I’ll get her to explain everything to you tomorrow. William Kingsman may have some influence in this city, but there’s no way he can surpass you. I’ll call her now and make her come home immediately!” Gwen said hurriedly, pulling out

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