Chapter 1093:

Dane’s brow creased faintly. Had this been his sister or someone close to him, he wouldn’t have hesitated to ensure the bullies faced consequences.

Yet, he and Docie weren’t close, and it wasn’t his place to intervene beyond what he’d already done.

Dane glanced at Brody and his friends, his voice cold. “Docie has let it go, so we’ll leave it at that. But if this happens again…”

“No, it won’t!”

After repeated assurances from Brody and his friends, Dane finally led Docie away.

Once outside the restaurant, he turned to Docie. “How did you end up encountering them in the corridor?”

her lip. “I was working on a project and heard someone I wanted to collaborate with was here. I thought I might run into her, but I didn’t expect…” She trailed off. Dane paused, staring at the top of

entrance for

have already left. You’ve had a fright.

quickly messaging Susan before heading to the driver’s side

eyed Dane’s luxury car, remembering the last time she saw it—when he’d driven it to pick

fist, then opened

settled into the car, Docie noticed something. Rather than the opulent interior, her eyes

on a small bridge over a stream. Her smile was warm, and

was captivated. Susan looked stunningly beautiful and serene. Even as a woman, Docie

calm precision. Docie kept silent, aware of the

eyes on

a powerful family, Dane exuded refinement and intelligence. His appearance matched his status, and judging by Susan’s

stealing a quick glance at Dane again. He remained unaware of her subtle observation. When the car reached her building, she stayed seated, clutching her phone. Dane glanced at her. “Anything

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