Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 108

Alivia’s eyes sparkled with a sudden realization, [How could I not have considered that possibility? It must be the case. Otherwise, why would Max accept a friend request?]

After all, he had turned down his own brother and Andrew. It didn’t make sense for him to accept a request from a stranger.

Alivia’s mood instantly brightened up.

Meanwhile, Kenzo, looking at his rejected message, couldn’t help but chuckle before sending another friend ‘request. This time, it was accepted. His eyebrows shot up in surprise..

Max, seeing his friend list unexpectedly grow, felt an unexplained discomfort. So, when Andrew sent a barrage of messages, he didn’t. reply to any.

He was about to put his phone face down on the table when at message from Brielle caught his eye. It was a voice message, no less, and fifteen seconds long. This was a clear violation of Max’s unspoken.

rules.

Even in meetings, he despised long–winded speeches, let alone in private conversations. Without hesitation, he flipped his phone over, deciding not to listen.

Brielle had just woken up and noticed a message from Kenzo. It was the first time he had initiated a conversation with her. Remembering her offer to treat him to a meal, she sent back a voice message, warmly recommending a few restaurants. But she accidentally sent the message to Max, and it was past the two–minute mark to unsend.

she saw Max had replied: [I never listen to voice.

so Max. [Uncle Max,

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then put on a face mask and waited for his reply.

Saturday, her day off. If Kenzo was free, it would be the perfect opportunity to return the

Brielle got ready

years ago, Kenzo had helped her with research for a paper. Even if it was just a kind gesture, she felt indebted to

some paperwork, Max inadvertently glanced at his phone.

wrong person? Who was it intended for?

I said I’d take you out for a meal? I know a couple of great spots,

message was sincere and

him, then turned to his assistant Patrick, “Who do you think

been secretly listening in from the moment Brielle’s voice played. Upon hearing Max’s question, he felt jittery with anticipation. What surprised him most was Max’s sudden use of WhatsApp. Previously, Max had never bothered with the app, and if Patrick needed to contact him, it was either through work email or a private number.

competent assistant, had collected such basic information as part

looked down, his rational mind telling him not to dwell on such trivial matters. Yet,

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