Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 339

Mason paused mid–stride, a hint of confusion shadowing his features as he turned back. “What’s up? Did we miss something important Just now?”

The two had just settled on the early size of their startup. Mason and his crew of techies hadn’t quite cracked the code on monetizing their venture, but Brielle, with her finance degree, was the one who had a handle on that aspect. She had already outlined the company’s trajectory for the upcoming year, and Mason had been on board with the plan.

Now, he looked perplexed.

Brielle opened her mouth, then slowly shut it again. “It’s nothing. I’ll transfer the funds to the company account soon.”

Mason chuckled, his tone light and teasing. “Alright then, once we go public, I might just make you President.”

Brielle didn’t respond. Instead, she escorted them out. She hesitated multiple times, wanting to speak, but Mason, walking ahead, didn’t see.

Stepping into the elevator, Mason glanced back at Brielle. “Ever since I saw you handle that meeting with the Hartley Group’s CEO, I knew you were meant for big things. It’s been a pleasure working together.”

Brielle’s lips curved into a small smile as she pressed the elevator button for him. “A pleasure indeed.”

As the elevator doors slid shut, Brielle was left staring at the empty hallway. Her hand massaged her temples. A headache was coming on.

Brielle still hadn’t managed to voice the complexity of her relationship with Mason.

reject Tiffanie, but if her influence was inevitable, then his feelings for her would eventually be either love or hate. Brielle knew this all too well, and

room, she felt utterly drained. She stared blankly at the ceiling, rubbing at her temples again. She was exhausted.

remote, she turned on the heater. As the warmth spread, her chilled limbs slowly

weary effort, she applied ointment to the cuts on her hands before falling

Patrick. “Ms. Brielle, Mr. Kenzo has woken up. He’s hurt his leg, but it’s nothing serious. The cold has slowed down the infection, and the local doctors have managed it well. We’ll be heading back soon, so don’t

hearing Kenzo’s voice on

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confirmed, “Yes, Ms. Brielle is quite concerned.”

not to worry.

addressed Brielle, “Ms. Brielle, we’ll be back shortly. Make sure you take care of that

her eyes, Brielle mustered her energy. “Which hospital

before Patrick, ever the rational one, advised, “Regardless of the hospital, it’s best you don’t visit. The Barnes family is already suspicious about Mr.

knowing Patrick spoke the

the call. His tone was still gentle. “Patrick’s right, Brielle. I’ll be fine. I heard you’re hurt, too. Take care of yourself, and once this gossip blows over, let’s

so sorry,

“You have nothing to apologize for. It’s not

said that, Brielle knew she had inadvertently put him in harm’s way. Thankfully, he was alright, or she would have lived

from her chest. She even