Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 924

Angelo stood there, watching the scene unfold, and let out an awkward cough. Never having been in love, he couldn't help but think, "Why does love always skip over me? When's it gonna be my turn for some of that sweet romance?"

On the other side of the room, Odie yanked Vanessa's arm, his voice icy. "What's your problem?"

Vanessa, with trembling lips and eyes locked on Colby, who was clearly only interested in Sophie, shrugged off Odie's grip and took a step forward. But before she could get any closer, Colby shot her a chilling glance that made her shiver.

"Colby..."

"Stay away from me."

Colby's furrowed brow and cold demeanor created a barrier no one dared to

cross.

hateful, but it was distant, like he was looking at a

"Ms. Vanessa, wielding a knife isn't just reckless, it's a crime. Since you're Sandy's friend, I might ask Colby to go easy on you. But ultimately, it's up to

All eyes followed, especially Sandy's, who was visibly anxious about what Sophie would

words. "That's unforgivable. Let's turn this over to the

wasn't

actually hurt, and I doubt the local cops will make a fuss

go, but she added, "So let's settle it privately. Just compensate me. Mr. Odie, you are Ms. Vanessa's fiancé, right? Covering for her

heart sank. Sophie was as shrewd as Colby when it

amused, replied, "You weren't injured, so what am I compensating

held up one

thousand, right? I'll pay you

thousand. Ten

mid-air at Sophie's demand. "Are