Chapter 15

Moments later, Nichole walked out of the restroom with a pained expression, now dressed in a pristine white evening gown.

James asked, “What happened?”

“I was changing in the restroom, and when I came out, I think I saw Sophie.”

“Sophie?”

Nichole nodded.

“I saw Sophie with that man from last time, and they were… close. After saying this, Nichole watched James’ reaction closely, quickly adding. “But maybe I was mistaken. How could Sophie possibly know someone like Colby? I heard that Colby is a real outlaw.”

“Sophie…”

James’ tone turned chilly.

He had noticed before that Colby seemed interested in Sophie. Could she not see the danger? She was even getting close to a dangerous man like Colby.

James felt an inexplicable tightness in his chest.

Sophie emerged from the restroom, noticing James’ displeasure and the

just now?” James’ voice was

the restroom.” Sophie

I saw it all. That Colby is no good.

instinctively withdrew her

grip hung in mid-air, her voice shaky. “Sophie, I didn’t mean to tattle to Mr. Burke. It’s just

don’t need others to judge him.’ Sophie’s tone

Nichole bit her

interjected, “Nichole is just looking out for you. Don’t be so naive, and stay away from those you

sleeve as if reproaching

didn’t know

should stay away from Colby. You’re a lady of distinction, and he’s nothing but an uncultured savage. How could

sound and soon saw an elderly man with

recognizing the elderly man as the gardener she had seen

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lobby.

ds, exuding an intimidating

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