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.

from the restroom, noticing

doing just now?”

went to the restroom.”

forward, feigning affection as she grasped Sophie’s hand. “Sophie, I saw it all. That Colby is no good.

withdrew

her voice shaky. “Sophie, I didn’t mean to tattle to Mr. Burke. It’s

kind of person Colby is. I don’t

her lip,

you. Don’t be so

tugged at James’ sleeve as if reproaching him

know better might

should stay away from Colby. You’re a lady of distinction, and he’s

echoed from nearby. Everyone turned toward the sound and soon saw an

the elderly man as the gardener she had seen

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lobby.

ds, exuding an intimidating

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