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.

your idea to bring Xenia to Curtis' dinner party? Who told you to do

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

cut off as

Back in the room,

but Skyler didn't

with

pull any stunts at his dinner party.

to reveal secrets to the

Summit, I helped her secure the land." Skyler suddenly laughed. "When you first wanted to open that hotel,

"I did ask him

him? Do you know how many rumors I've heard over the years? But I chose to believe

be together, and you tried to ruin their relationship with

of his kindness, but never agreeing to a date. Because she knew the

that Skyler would introduce her to his friend the next day, and she met Curtis, whose family background, appearance, and demeanor

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