Chapter 240

A blind date. So, that was it.

“Ms. Torrey?”

Martha was momentarily stunned as she looked at Ariana.

How could she be happy about her ex–fiancé going on a blind date?

“Martha, I’ve got it. Thanks.”

Ariana’s mood brightened at once. She guessed she wouldn’t be stuck in the Lodge home much longer.

Just then, her phone buzzed. It was a message from William. She quickly unlocked it to check.

William’s message was brief: “I’ll send someone to pick you up at noon.”

Ariana guessed it must be about the South Gleaston land project. Neither the Torrey residence nor the Lodge residence was a suitable place for such a discussion. William’s message came at just the right time.

Ariana quickly replied with an “ok” emoji.

lunch, Brian leaned back in his office chair, looking tired.

said, “Mr. Lodge, Madam Mackle sent someone to remind you that Ms. Quinlan is already on her way. It wouldn’t look good to keep her waiting

know,” Brian

instinctively checked his phone. There was nothing except work notifications. That made him

frown.

been up to anything today?” he

Torrey? With her leg in that condition, it’s unlikely she can go anywhere. She’s probably just resting at

Brian said coolly. “Have we lined up that overseas medical team yet?”

hospital director hasn’t confirmed.

it as soon as possible.”

“Yes, Mr. Lodge.”

concern for Ariana, Emily couldn’t help asking, Mr. Lodge, this is the first time I’ve seen you worried about a woman who isn’t Ms. Granger. Could it be that you,

her a doctor only because

course, Mr. Lodge,” Emily replied, lowering her head.

women

woman like Ariana? She’s juggling two men at once, and she’s deceitful

with “ungrateful” when there hadn’t exactly been much

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