Chapter 108

“Yes, Mr. Smith.” Hunter replied.

Hearing this, Evelyn’s Tace turned pale. Seeing Hunter stride toward her, she quickly stepped behind Brian, her voice trembling slightly as she called out, “Brian…”

Brian shielded her, his expression grew colder. “Ariana! That’s enough!”

“Mr. Lodge, what does this have to do with me? I haven’t said a word,” Ariana replied innocently, though she subtly moved closer to Victor. Her actions made Brian’s anger flare even more.

Why must it be on this occasion? Did she truly intend to embarrass him in such a public setting?

Victor’s voice cut through the tension, calm and deliberate. “Hunter, didn’t you

“Yes, sir.”

hear me?”

don’t like me, but you can’t let Mr. Smith do this to me! I am Brian’s partner tonight. Do you have a problem with me, or with

of deliberately refusing to stand up for Brian at this point. But Ariana wasn’t so foolish as to play into her trap.

her eyes in confusion and replied, “Ms. Granger, I’m afraid I

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growing frustration, his gaze turning colder. But Victor’s status as the host

out. Evelyn hesitated but was left with no choice. She bit her lip, her eyes darting

is asking you to

“Brian…”

time, it won’t be so easy for him

attempt to stand up for Evelyn. Hearing his words, Evelyn started to relax, her expression

after all. If Victor dared to disrespect her, Brian wouldn’t make Victor’s business ventures here easy. Evelyn was reluctant to leave, but after

she shot a venomous glare

is about to begin. Mr. Lodge, if you’re staying feel free to take a seat,” Victor remarked casually, guiding Ariana toward

would have imagined that Ariana, once so eager to please Brian, would

Victor and Ariana leave, his aura growing colder by the second.

home,” Brian ordered curtly.

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