Chapter 84


Chapter 84:

“Mr. Bennett, it’s your turn.”

As she reached for her glass to pour herself some wine, Daniela, still focused on the contract in her hands, extended her arm and covered Lillian’s glass.

“You shouldn’t drink on an empty stomach.” Though her words were soft, the meaning was clear enough.

Lillian had a sensitive stomach when it came to alcohol. Daniela knew that Lillian was teaching Joyce a lesson and wasn’t actually planning to drink, so she’d let her enjoy herself a bit. However, seeing that Lillian was beginning to overdo it, Daniela decided it was time to step in.

There was no reason to let Lillian hurt herself for someone who didn’t matter.

From Alexander’s point of view, though, things looked much different. To him, Daniela’s intervention felt familiar, as though she was looking out for him once again, just like she used to.

He recalled those times when he’d gotten so drunk that he passed out, and Daniela would drive all the way to pick him up. She’d carefully carry him, taking one slow step after another, all the way home. The memory brought a subtle softness to Alexander’s expression. His usually sharp eyes grew gentler, a hint of tenderness appearing as he glanced at Daniela.

him for a second before

She checked the time on her watch and added, “I’ve got another meeting soon, so you’ve

nodded, surprisingly cooperative

your building—the ones

derisively, clearly

other hand, stayed

already been given to

second, clearly caught off

“What? To whom?”

responded flatly, “Phillips

Alexander’s brow furrowed.

“Cedric Phillips?”

gave a

“Yes. Anything else?”

who was drunkenly slouched in her seat, and asked, “What about the other

spot available. It’s in the basement, right by the restroom. Are

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