Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 419

Max thought of Brielle’s recent comment about being tired and responded with a simple, “Yeah.” That one word cut through the air like a blade.

Max was an Impenetrable fortress around other women, impervious to their sweet nothings and flattery.

Brielle, feeling the warmth in her palm, couldn’t help but laugh at his response. He was like a log devoid of emotion. If she were Alivia, she’d probably be seething with rage.

Indeed, Alivia was on the brink of exploding, but she managed to apologize, nonetheless. “I won’t call at this hour next time. Get some rest, goodnight.”

After hanging up, Allvia took a deep breath, resisting the urge to smash everything in sight. She had to stay calml

Her mouth tasted of blood from biting her tongue in frustration. Finally, she decided to give Spencer a call. Noah had mentioned Spencer was scheming to woo Brielle, which could make him a useful pawn in her game.

Spencer answered quickly, as Alivia’s return from abroad was no secret. He was surprised by her call, though. They knew each other, sure, but they weren’t close.

“Spencer, it’s me.” Alivia’s voice was soothing, quickly settling into a poised and proper tone.

Spencer replied courteously, “Calling so late,

the director at Dorsey International. What happened?” Alivia was cunning, not mentioning

attractive woman. No man wanted to get embarrassed in front of a pretty

Some rise above others when

heard it was a woman who took your place. I met Noah abroad, and he

smirk formed on Spencer’s lips. Alivia had barely set foot back home and was already targeting Brielle. If she knew about Brielle’s tryst with Max,

is indeed tarnished.”

with the signings with Book recently, so I’m naturally concerned about Dorsey International’s affairs. We’re essentially family now, and I thought I’d ask. If the person who took your place is truly problematic, I could

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saying this, Alivia

to Max to influence

intimate connection between Max and the

had been scoffing internally, knowing her words couldn’t hold a candle to Brielle’s influence, but Alivia’s apparent concern for him softened his scorn. He even thought Alivia, despite her status, was just a naïve little woman,

took my place was once my fiancée, Brielle, and her relationship with Uncle Max is… complicated. You might want to investigate further. Besides,

do you mean? Max has always been above reproach. He wouldn’t fool around. And he’s already made it clear he intends to