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Chapter 118

“I just needed some fresh air,” Maeve said as she noticed a hint of unease in Levi’s eyes. “Does your brother

“Not exactly.. that’s where Levi does his business,” Levi replied vaguely.

r mind people going upstairs?”

Maeve wasn’t familiar with the rules of the Hackett family, having never attended one of their events before. However, the fact that no one had stopped her from going upstairs earlier suggested that Levi had permitted it, perhaps as a warning against getting too close to his brother.

“It’s getting late, I should go,” Maeve said.

“I’ll send you back,” Levi insisted.

As Maeve was about to leave, Sergio had entered the Hackett Manor. Despite the toast from the other guests, he

Maeve.

firmly, leaving no room

carrying Clara away. Yet now he’s suddenly back to bring her home. Was he trying to publicly embarrass her?

“Should Maeve always do as you say, Sergio? Seems a bit controlling,

Levi with an indifferent expression. He continued, “Maeve is my wife. If she’s not coming with me, is she planning to leave

Sergio’s words sparked his anger. The atmosphere grew tense. It was evident that

couldn’t understand where Sergio’s anger was coming from. Was he trying to blame her for

Levi’s voice came from behind as he exited

complied with his brother’s request. He said coldly, “Mr.

glance, instead, he grabbed Maeve’s hand to leave. Maeve winced and frowned slightly. She couldn’t comprehend why Sergio was using

their path, followed by another group surrounding Sergio and Maeve. Maeve surveyed her surroundings noting that these guards

Levi was indeed intriguing.

you not intending to let me leave?”

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