Chapter 1486:

“I’m fine,” Elyse replied.

“Well, I’ve been thinking,” Pearce continued, his words slightly slurred but earnest, “I should introduce you to my friends. They’re good people, well-connected. It’d be good for you to expand your network. If I’m not always around, they can have your back.”

There was a pause before Elyse responded, her voice soft but steady, “Okay… I get it.”

Pearce was just about to end the call when Victor’s voice cut in, sharp and unexpected. “Why didn’t you pick up when I called earlier?” The entire room froze, turning to Victor with wide-eyed disbelief. Pearce stared at him, his expression a mix of shock and betrayal.

“It wasn’t a good time,” Elyse said, her tone careful. “I didn’t mean to ignore you.”

Victor’s tense posture relaxed, though his expression remained guarded.

were you calling me, Victor?” Elyse

throat, buying time.

understanding. “Pearce, text the details of the meeting then. I’m free

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suspicion. “That whole bit about introducing her to everyone—that was off the cuff,

“Why don’t you take a

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not be getting any bright ideas about her.” He lunged toward Victor,

come on. You know

don’t even think about it. Elyse isn’t

I actually care about her, believe it or not. You just don’t get

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