I'm Sorry My Love Novel

Chapter 412

After leaving the private room, Leanna frowned and questioned, "Why do you always give Elijah a hard time?"

Aidan slid his hand into his pants pocket and replied nonchalantly, "Why don't you ask him? Why did he try to hit on you?"

"I-I thought that was all in the past."

"Then, why does he show up here?"

Leanna parted her lips but was at a loss for words because she knew why Elijah had come, so she responded in a hushed voice, "Anyway, he's only here for a meal. Moreover, many guests are here today, so it's not like he's the only person here."

When he heard this, Aidan smirked but kept his cold expression as he bent down slightly and leaned closer to her.

"What do you want?" she questioned.

He tilted his head and fixed his gaze on her lips.

She was speechless, and after glancing around, she whispered, "There are many people here. Can't we do it at home?"

"Then, tell Elijah to leave."

Leanna could not help but curl her lips. What a b*stard! Then, she took advantage of Aidan's distraction to steal a kiss from his cheek. "Happy?"

He straightened up and answered, "I guess so."

As she snorted in response to his remark, the waiter approached them and inquired what they wanted to order.

As they walked to the private room after placing their order, Leanna grabbed Aidan's hand and gently reminded him, "Remember your promise to me."

"What did I promise you?"

She clenched her teeth and grunted, "Stop picking on Elijah."

He arched his brow in response. "Have I said that?"

She took a deep breath and said, "Then, I'll send you downstairs. Anyway, Jonathan hasn't gone very far, so there's a chance he can turn around and come back to pick you up."

Leanna's unexpected statement left Aidan speechless.

When they returned to the room, the tension had subsided. Since Daniel was the source of the problem, Zoe had no choice but to liven up the mood to avoid making it so awkward and formal. After the meal, she felt utterly wiped out. Zoe turned her head, but to her surprise, she locked eyes with Daniel smiling at her. She could not help but glare at him. What is so funny? It's all your fault!

Seemingly sensing her thoughts, he coughed and refilled her glass with water.

At that moment, Elijah's phone rang, and he glanced at it briefly before announcing, "I'm sorry, everyone. Something important came up at work, so please excuse me."

As soon as he left, the ambiance calmed down and returned to normal.

Afterward, Daniel started talking. "Miss McKinney, I heard you signed a contract with Fashion Week for a brand show. Congratulations."

"Thanks," replied Leanna with a smile.

Aidan rested his arm on the chair behind her and commented, "You're quite well-informed."

As he realized that Aidan had deliberately responded scornfully, he glanced at Zoe, sitting next to him, and gazed at her with adoration. "I heard about it from Zoe."

As soon as she met his adoring eyes, Zoe started to choke on her drink. She set the glass down hastily and began coughing so hard she could hardly catch her breath.

Daniel responded immediately by reaching out to pat her on the back and comforted her gently, "Don't rush it. Drink slowly."

In an instant reaction, she began coughing even more vigorously.

It wasn't just Aidan who was grimacing and looking disgusted as he watched the scene; everyone present had a feeling that was a little hard to put into words.

Zoe felt embarrassed, and she desperately wanted to crawl under the table. This guy must have a severe acting addiction. Why does he suddenly act out in front of everyone here?

Suddenly, Daphne's phone vibrated on the table; she picked it up and glanced at the screen. Afterward, she began packing her belongings and said, "I have to go. Have fun, you guys."

On the other hand, Louis caught a glimpse of her phone screen. He recalled the man who had previously answered his call, and his brows knitted together covertly. Leanna kicked him under the table and gave him a subtle hint to accompany Daphne, but he did not respond. So, she covered the expression on her face by picking up a glass of water before kicking him again.

Aidan took the glass out of her hands and said, "You're kicking me."

At that moment, Leanna was at a loss for words, and it was her turn to wish she could crawl under the table.

On the other hand, Daphne was oblivious to the events transpiring around her, so after she packed her belongings, she excused herself. "President Pearson, Leanna. It's time for me to get going."

As she said that, she bid farewell to Zoe and Daniel before turning around to leave.

Leanna watched Daphne leave the room, and before she could respond, Aidan turned to Louis and asked, "What are you waiting for? Do you want me to send you off?"

Louis pursed his lips, thought for a moment, and then jumped to his feet and ran after Daphne.

She was perplexed by his brother's abrupt reaction, and after some time, she inquired, "H-How did you know?"

He replied, "Everyone with eyes can see what's going on."

Zoe eventually came to her senses; it was clear she had no idea what was happening around her, so she asked, "What's going on?"

Leanna coughed drily and said, "Nothing. Let's eat." Unfortunately, not everyone who has eyes can see what is happening.

When they were done eating, Zoe excused herself because she was uncomfortable being the third wheel, and Daniel followed behind her.

Leanna sighed heavily and looked at her phone, realizing it was still early. Then, she inquired, "President Pearson, do you have to work overtime tonight?"