Chapter 881

Isaac hadn’t expected to bump into Hana at the local dive bar.

“Hana, what’s up?” he inquired, a hint of surprise laced within his casual tone.

Their acquaintance wasn’t quite at the level where cross-country greetings were

necessary.

Hana, feeling the subtle brush-off, found her desire to win him over intensifying.

After all, who doesn’t relish the sight of an aloof man succumbing to tender charms? Especially one as impressive as him?

“Mr. Salter,” Hana began, with a strategic touch of concern, “I heard Ms. Dustin was hospitalized. Is she feeling better now?”

She wasn’t naive; she knew Isaac cared about Brittany and was attempting to use this as an icebreaker.

But if there was one thing Isaac detested, it was undue prying into his and Brittany’s life.

“Hana,” Isaac said, his brow furrowing, “my personal matters aren’t really something I need to discuss with you.”

His usual cool demeanor faltered, and his expression towards Hana turned sour.

Hana’s repeated advances and their underlying intent, though he had to tread carefully

are both in good health; thank you for the concern.”

about?” Wesley chimed in, returning from a phone call and

“Let’s go.”

Isaac strode off.

glance at Hana before following suit.

seasoned in the

to say hello to Mr. Salter.” Hana bit her lip, her denial hanging in the air.

whether you’re smitten or not, best keep your distance. Otherwise, it won’t end

was inconsequential. If Isaac wanted to, dealing with her family would be

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Chapter 881

embarrassment,

door to their private room and teased, “Zac, past thirty and still

recently on the wagon, ordered a juice and took a sip. At

with her

was that Hana’s ex was a distant relative of his. The two had been on the brink of marriage when she abruptly broke it off, even forking over a hefty settlement.

steered the conversation back to business matters.

he glanced at his watch and excused himself, “It’s getting late. I should head home.”

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