Chapter 51

Noticing that Dominick's gaze had been fixed on the group stepping out of the business car, Alexis couldn't hold back her curiosity and asked, "Who is she? Which family does she belong to? I don't think I've seen her before."

Since they all attended the same school-except for rare cases like Marissa and Julian-their families were typically of similar social standing. Everyone within their circle either knew or heard of each other. That was why Paisley's appearance was such an anomaly.

At this moment, Marissa couldn't have been more relieved that Dominick had never introduced Paisley to the public. Everyone knew he had a mysterious ex-wife, but no one had any idea what she looked like. Maria noticed someone looking their way, especially the tall, broad-shouldered man standing in the center. His furrowed brow and icy stare were intimidating. She turned to Paisley and asked, "Who's that guy, Paisy? Do you know him?"

As Maria spoke, she carried Serena closer to Paisley. Serena, with her sharp little eyes, immediately spotted Dominick and Grayson.

Tugging on Paisley's sleeve with her small, chubby hand, Serena whispered, "Mommy, it's the scary guy and Grayson." Paisley had taught Serena not to speak loudly in public, so her soft voice was only audible to their small group.

is. I never seen him before," she replied coolly, addressing Maria but making sure her words carried to Dominick and Marissa. Paisley's intent was clear-stay out of my way, and we'll pretend we don't know each other. Without missing

indifference and denial made Dominick's expression

vehicles had

frostier-than-ice glare stopped him in his tracks. "No idea. Never seen her before," Dominick replied through gritted

the lobby. When he passed Paisley, his steps didn't falter for even a

the way, isn't Nathaniel's club supposed to be members-only? How is it that just anyone can get in?" After all, clubs like this, especially high-end membership ones, usually had strict entry requirements. A staff member standing nearby quickly explained, "Well, since the club just opened, we're doing some promotional outreach by inviting a few journalists

them in for free is already generous, and then they bring kids? Those little brats scream their heads off all day-it's annoying." After speaking, she suddenly realized what she'd said and glanced awkwardly at Dominick and Marissa. "Oh, sorry,

brisk pace. She knew better than anyone that his current demeanor

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