Chapter 1193:

Just as Cedric finished disciplining Nikolas and started back, Alexander rose to his feet. He offered Cedric a friendly smile. “Surely, you’re not that insecure, are you? I’m simply fulfilling my duties. And should I ever decide to court Daniela, I assure you, it would only be on my own time. How about we keep it a fair contest?”

Cedric’s fists tightened; his anger was evident. Just as he was about to respond, a derisive snort interrupted him.

Alexander’s attention shifted to the source of the sound.

Standing up with her dog in her arms, Daniela fixed Alexander with a scornful look. “Are you attempting to manipulate someone with your reverse psychology?”

Alexander had anticipated many possible reactions from Cedric but did not foresee Daniela, even with her memory issues, defending Cedric so vehemently.

Frustration gnawed at him, yet he understood that showing anger would only alienate Daniela further.

He opted for a calm approach and explained to Daniela, “I apologize if it came across wrongly. I was merely speaking about my professional role. Since we are both part of the Olisvine business community, we’ll inevitably meet again. Surely we shouldn’t avoid each other indefinitely, right?”

Cedric a

by saying, “A true gentleman wouldn’t

it over, he restrained himself and said

“Give me half a month. If you still find the arrangement unacceptable, I’ll

was about to reply when Daniela interjected coldly, “Tasha, prepare Nikolas’ belongings

Tasha responded promptly, “Alright.”

brings magic

Alexander

me a promise that you’d let my secretary come

cold. “I also warned you not to

a glance at Cedric. “What exactly upset

Why did she still care about Cedric so

can’t just kick me out!” Nikolas was clearly flustered now. Living here was convenient, and leaving would throw all his plans into chaos.

give a damn about Nikolas’

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