Skyler could feel it. When he walked in, Grace's grip on his hand tightened involuntarily.

Curtis rose from his chair and approached Skyler. "I've always stayed out of your personal affairs with her. If you're willing to be used by her, that's your choice. But don't involve me in it, and honestly, I couldn't give a hoot. You know my line in the sand."

Skyler was well aware.

Curtis might not care much about most things, but when it came to Leanne, he wouldn't tolerate a speck of dust in his eyes.

"Handle it yourself."

Curtis left him some dignity, grabbed his coat, took Leanne by the hand, and patted Skyler on the shoulder before leaving. "Take care of yourself."

His gesture was casual but felt immensely heavy on Skyler's shoulder.

Still not having had her fill of the drama, Joy lingered, unwilling to leave. Before the door closed, she heard Skyler ask.

idea to bring Xenia to Curtis' dinner party? Who told

behind him, and he smiled, "Mr. Nelson, if you're asking this question, you already know the

cut off as

Back in the room,

say something, but Skyler didn't give her a

relationship with her... with

would offend Curtis, he wouldn't dare to pull any stunts at his

to reveal secrets to the involved parties was a deadly challenge

her secure the land." Skyler suddenly laughed. "When you first wanted to open that hotel, you were short on funds, and I covered most of it.

him for help, but we're

to know how many such friends you have besides him? Do you know how many rumors

be together, and you tried to ruin their relationship with such despicable means.

of his kindness, but never agreeing to

right moment, but she hadn't expected that Skyler would introduce her to his friend the next day, and she met Curtis, whose family background, appearance,

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