In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 277 She Doesn’t Want to Lie to Him

Xander coldly snorted. “That depends on who came first and who came later.”

A trace of suspicion flashed in Benjamin’s eyes.

“What do you mean by that?”

Xander didn’t hide anything and said straightforwardly, “It’s been three years, Benjamin. This time, I won’t let Grace go to you again.”

His words were clear. Grace raised her eyes and looked at him, feeling like she had missed something.

Benjamin sneered. “Do you’re capable enough? Who do you think is in charge here, Fulton?”

Xander calmly responded, “In the past, it might have been the Hawkins family. But we’re living in different times now. You can try if you want, Mr. Hawkin.”

The tension in the air was palpable, as though a fight was going to break out at any time.

Benjamin nodded slightly, feeling the thrill of having a worthy opponent. It had been a long time since he had had such a formidable opponent.

“You want to compete with me? I’ve never lost since I was a child. I’ll certainly have Grace and teach you a lesson.”

Xander smirked. “That depends on whether

saying that, both men looked

initiative. “Grace,

contrary, Xander remained silent,

person. Perhaps I did have some feelings for you in the past, but

Grace looked at Xander. With just a glance, Xander

to force her or pressure

but he had taken it seriously. Xander lowered

Grace

she spoke to Xander. “Xander,

of light flashed in his previously dim eyes.

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girl, who had followed him

unknowingly, he had formed deep roots

“Okay, let’s go home.”

her hand, gripping it tightly as if he had seized the whole world,

you thought it through?” Benjamin shouted

ignored him, and her

fists, and his heart was