Chapter 896:

“So, will you stay?”

Sadie’s expression darkened. It was the same maneuver he always used. Yet, confronted with his visibly frail state, she found it impossible to leave.

Observing silently until now, Nathan seized the opportunity to interject. He sprang to his feet, wearing a smile.

“Ms. Hudson, now that you’re here, why not stick around? There are some things about my company I want to discuss with you. And honestly, it’d be a waste to let all that food we ordered go uneaten!”

The last thing he wanted was to end up alone with Patrick again—the weight of it all was more than he could handle.

With resignation, Sadie nodded. “Fine.”

gaze shifted back to Noah, her voice

you’re alright? Should

head, but the faint trace of frailty

array of exquisite dishes. Nathan reached for the utensils, eager to serve Sadie, but a stern look from Noah halted him mid-motion.

time to

“Jarrett is marrying Ophelia the day after tomorrow. Any thoughts on

question with

found

second thoughts, Mr. Higgins? Tempted to steal the bride for

Nathan sputtered, struggling to regain his composure. He had no romantic interest in Jarrett’s fiancée whatsoever. To him, Ophelia

he responded hastily, gesturing dismissively. “I just think that with Jarrett marrying a Johnson, their agendas will end up even more tightly bound. It’ll be

paused to sip her

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