Chapter 119 The Meeting

Bennett almost dropped his umbrella in disbelief. “The Regal Tavern, beneath him?”

Finished

Jonah patiently explained to his sister, “The Regal Tavern is more suited for business meetings, and its privacy is unmatched. There’s no better place to meet Mr. Riverson without attracting unwanted attention.”

Leah’s face softened as she processed the explanation, a flush of embarrassment creeping onto her cheeks. “I didn’t realize that. Thank you for the advice.”

Bennett quickly reassured her, “I double–checked with the butler. There are only two tables reserved tonight. It’s just us and one other group, so we won’t run into anyone.”

Willard glanced at his watch. “It’s almost time. Mr. Riverson should be here any moment.”

Just then, a black Volkswagen pulled up in front of the Regal Tavern.

“An ordinary car–this must be Mr. Riverson, our man of the people!” Bennett said, a smile spreading across his face as he raised the umbrella to shield the car door.

As the door opened, a figure stepped out–Bennett eagerly adjusted his umbrella to cover the door more effectively.

But as soon as he saw the person, his face changed instantly.

“Charmaine, what are you doing here?!” he exclaimed.

else was

appeared just as surprised.

the group, quickly piecing together why

her mouth. “You’re here at the Regal Tavern? Does that

was the first to speak. “Well, well, if it isn’t you, trying to stir up

full of disdain, seemed to confirm everyone’s

Jonah’s expressions

an eyebrow and gave them a cool, mocking smile. “You all

Leave now, and you might still avoid

“I wasn’t aware you owned the Regal Tavern. That’s

turned white

over. “D*mn it, this is none

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The

Finished

was getting rid of

With a swift motion, she planted one hand on the door

to the ground with a

dirt, his expensive suit ruined

Sophie started, but before she could finish, another car

urgency. “This time, it’s really Mr. Riverson! Go greet him. I

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