Chapter 78

But to underestimate him would be a mistake-William's charming facade was deceiving.

William, in the midst of mingling with others, suddenly turned his head, his gentle gaze landing on Serena.

Serena quickly averted her eyes.

The unspoken exchange between them didn't escape Aaron's notice.

Suppressing the anger simmering beneath his calm exterior, Aaron led Serena over to William. "Mr. Grayson, you arrived quite early."

William's eyes fell on their intertwined hands, and he offered a slight smile. "It's my first time in Alderburg; I left early to avoid any mishaps. Miss Sullivan, nice to see you again."

He extended his hand politely.

Serena naturally reached out her hand.

However, before she could shake William's hand, Aaron intervened.

He clasped William's hand, his expression neutral, though the veins on the back

of his hand were pulsing fiercely. "Mr. Grayson, that's very considerate of you."

Feeling the sharp pain in his palm, William's smile didn't falter.

in his arm

Vance, you

any

them, Serena noticed the silent

what they

to be business

notice, casting curious glances their

to become the center of attention, Serena spoke softly, "Shall we start

men snapped back to reality and simultaneously released their

the intensity in their exchanged

to resist whispering, "What's with Mr. Vance?

led to the head of the table. His

his head slightly and shot

remained, it was a clear

quickly realized his overstep

then did William shift his focus back to Aaron

that he and Serena were already married, today's handshake might not have been so

partnership

Serena was practically forced to sit beside Aaron, taking

the urge to

hinged on this

afford to

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