Chapter 16

“Well, I’m from Pyralis like you. And on top of that, you’re the richest guy in the city. Why wouldn’t I work with you?”

Ivor was stumped.

“If there’s nothing else, I’ll get going,” Bonnie said dryly.

Before Ivor could ask any more questions, Jim put himself between him and Bonnie.

“You heard her, Mr. Ivor.”

Ivor could tell Jim was trying to get rid of him.

Worried that Ivor might upset Bonnie, Ged quickly whispered, “Ms. Bonita isn’t a very social person. You should be glad she even talked to you, okay? We should leave now.”

But Ivor had a strange feeling that he would be able to solve this puzzle if he continued to pursue the

matter.

“Anything else we can do for you?” Jim said, icily.

leaving.” Ged

Ivor? Everyone knows that Ms.

Ray, the King of Combat. I heard he just won the International Fighting Championship. We don’t have our bodyguards with us right now. He’ll kick our asses if things turn ugly!”

away from her. “Do you

Ged looked around. “Come to think of it,

grew pensive again when

were looking for

on her way to

rather she go missing than embarrass

to make every effort to meet Professor Terry’s expectations. and secure a place

and make you and mom proud!” Trina was both pleased and excited as she thought she had caught Professor Terry’s

team, we’ll throw you a fancy party

“Thanks, mom!”

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the hotel, Jim frowned, upset.

get engaged to Ivor? He doesn’t deserve

was good enough for

owing anyone any favors. And

you’d be making a huge sacrifice!”

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