Chapter 805

Drake let out a low hum, piecing together the fragments. "So, Shelia's your rival in love? You are jealous of her and hate her alliance."

"Jealous?" Debra shot him an incredulous look. "How did you get that idea?"

"Then why else would you be so upset over Edgar's connection to her?" Drake pressed, still toying with the notion.

Debra, exasperated by his assumption, sulked, "Anyway, Shelia was my ex-husband's mistress. She's always been out to get me, so naturally, anyone associated with her is an enemy in my book." Drake's lips curved into a slow smile. "Well then, consider Edgar out of luck. I won't be helping him."

"Really?" "Yeah."

"You're this agreeable?"

"What, you don't trust me? I can walk right out of here and make that deal with him if you'd prefer."

"Wait." Debra nearly jumped up, seeing his playful smirk. "Fine. Go ahead. But don't come crying to me when you lose money."

Drake finally dropped the act. "Get some rest. After all,

swung open, and Lara stepped in. "Boss, the

check on Ms. Frazier's wounds. They've been soaked for too long. They could get infected," Drake instructed before looking back at Debra. "And don't forget the test tomorrow." Once he left, Debra tossed a pillow at the door in frustration. "Telling me to rest while also expecting me to study all night?

Lara led

in. "Mr.

looking out for you.

shown

much care for

before."

scoffed, "Care? He's not interested

SWOO

knew Drake's concern wasn't personal. It was all about his rivalry with Marion. She was just another pawn in his grand

walked up, and Debra stiffened at the sight

Lara noticed her reaction and asked, "Are you feeling

quickly. "I'm just hungry. Could you

William, please tend

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