Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 443

He was clearly trying to embarrass Sylvia, not caring about the guests around

them, not even the presence of the Sanford siblings.

Every word he spat out was like poison, aimed right at Sylvia.

Under so many watchful eyes, Sylvia felt her cheeks burn with shame.

Suddenly, a hand slipped around her waist, gently pulling her a step forward.

"Tristan, is there some kind of misunderstanding between you and my date?"

"My date?" Tristan raised an eyebrow, skepticism and a hint of contempt flickering across his face.

Typical, he thought. Barely a moment alone and she's already cozying up to someone else.

Sylvia caught the look in Tristan's eyes straight away. Out of the corner of her eye, she glanced at Rupert's stoic face. In just those few seconds, all her strength seemed to drain away.

A chill seeped into her bones, making her ache inside and out.

She gave a cold laugh, “Lester, maybe I should just leave—if I stay, I doubt I'll be able to eat anything."

At the sound of "brother," Tristan's expression darkened even more.

"You-"

Lester, quick on the uptake, immediately noticed how Tristan was targeting Sylvia.

at her. "I'll

a stop to whatever

lot of pull in Kingstoria, but he'd never risk offending the Sanford family. "Please,

"Tristan, Mr.

into the hotel, everyone fell into step with

a little embarrassed. "Sorry to keep everyone waiting

then turned on the charm. "Well,

who

group, watching everyone laugh and chat

sidle up and tugged at Sylvia's

get any weird ideas. We're just business partners," Sylvia cut her off

saved

being

opportunities like this don't come often. Don't

Sylvia a little closer to Lester. Once inside the private dining room,

and

few rounds of wine later, Reese's cheeks were flushed from the warmth and the

sweet, slightly spoiled tone, "Hey, bro, do you mind if I

joked, "You sure you're not here for

laugh, "Don't worry, Mr. Sanford.

showi

a good time

much out

Reese pouted, shooting a quick look at