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.

noticing

just now?” James’ voice was

went to the

saw it all. That Colby is no good. You mustn’t be

withdrew her

in mid-air, her voice shaky. “Sophie, I didn’t mean to tattle

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

bit her

be so

James’ sleeve as if

know better might think Nichole was

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

from nearby. Everyone turned toward the sound and soon saw an elderly man with silver hair standing in the center

man as the gardener she had seen arranging vases in

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lobby.

ds, exuding an intimidating

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