Chapter 213

Ariana gave Victor a faint smile. “I’ve heard that you employ many highly–trained bodyguards. Coincidentally, I’ve noticed someone following me recently. I’m sure you understand what I’m implying, Mr. Smith.”

She chose not to expose him.

Victor must have instructed someone to watch her. However, now that she was stuck on the same sinking ship as him, getting off would depend entirely on Victor’s whims.

“Do you

know what I like most about you, Ms. Torrey?” Victor grinned.

“I should listen carefully, so I can fix that bad habit.” Ariana hummed.

“I like how smart, perceptive, and… amusing you are.” Victor smiled. It looked odd against his sharp features.

Noticing Victor’s mocking stare, Ariana retorted, “Let’s not heat around the bush, Mr. Smith. What brings you here this time? Surely, it’s not to mock me.”

called off their engagement, the news quickly

And it worked.

heirs of political families or rich businessmen. Lila and Maddie’s provocation was just the beginning. Ariana knew her time

Ariana pondered Victor’s intentions, he suddenly grabbed her injured hand.

covered in

pull her hand away, but Victor’s grip was

you. I hope you’ll like

wary. “What are you

Victor smirked.

didn’t trust Victor’s

came to a stop

Ariana followed Victor out,

they were at the Hicks residence, the realization hit her.

the wrist toward the Hicks

Hicks family was rich, but far from being

villa was a mess and shattered glasses littered

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