Chapter 295

Inside the Premier Palace, the sound of Patrick’s phone ringing cut through the quiet intensity of the room. He glanced at the screen, saw the name flashing, and promptly notified Max. “Sir, you have a call from Ms. Brielle.”

Patrick was expecting Max to pick up immediately, but he was met with a surprise. Max continued to sift through the corporate documents as if deaf to the world.

The phone continued its persistent melody.

Patrick was perplexed. What was going on with the boss? Just last night, Max had someone stationed at the hospital to protect Ms. Brielle from the desperate Haywood clan, who might threaten her.

All signs pointed to Max caring for Ms. Brielle. Yet now, his reaction was non–existent.

Though Max didn’t say. Patrick surmised that the scheme that unfolded last night must have involved Brielle. They had since locked down all information from reaching the outside world. No one would know Max had been there.

As for Lillian, the instigator, her fate was uncertain after falling from the high wall. Perhaps she had already been consumed by the flames.

Patrick had personally overseen the information blackout, confident he knew Max’s mind inside

out.

Patrick assumed that Max’s actions were to shield Brielle. Even so, he was not a deity; oversights occurred. If something happened to Brielle, what then?

feel that Mr. Clements wasn’t too fond of Ms. Brielle. He hoped Mr. Clements wouldn’t

steps.

phone finally quieting down, while Max himself remained in

He glanced at the caller ID and promptly informed Max. “Sir, Ms. Brielle

lifting his gaze slightly. “Mmm, tell her to focus on her

that needed her, not Max. Brielle was a smart woman; she

as Dorso Int

understand.

puzzled. Had they fought again? But judging by Max’s demeanor,

call. “Ms.

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Chapter 295

“Patrick, where’s Max?”

well and can’t come to the phone right now.

with

but remembering Aubree was nearby, she restrained herself. “Has he seen a doctor?”

delivering the premeditated response.

has been running on empty since his trip overseas. The doctor has seen him and prescribed rest. So he’ll

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