The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 176

I feigned being caught in a trap and replied, “Fine, I guess have no choice!”

After hanging up, I thought things through. I knew Soren and I had some sentiments involved, but we had never done anything overtly suggestive in public.

I also knew Edith well enough. If she had any real evidence of us being together, she would have used it against. me immediately instead of resorting to vague threats after Edward was forced to end this charade.

I was pretty sure she had nothing substantial. She probably thought she could make something up and see if she could change her brother’s fate.

My deductions reassured me, calming my nerves, but I still decided to show up for Soren’s sake. He was too important a figure–I wouldn’t allow a single scandal to su y his flawless image.

I drove to the coffee shop at the address Edith had given me

I spotted her almost immediately–she had chosen a secluded table behind a row of indoor plants.

I was sure she hadn’t informed her brother about this.

order? I recommend their Beef Wellington,” Edith said

“No need for that. Let’s get straight to the

Can’t we at least try to be cordial?” she

my response, she beckoned to the waitress. “Two Beef Wellingtons, two plates of pasta, one

wanted to order red wine, but

offered a perfunctory smile, trying to deduce her motive.

paid for a meal when Edward and I were together. If

did your brother send you to persuade me?” I

raised an eyebrow and sneered. “Honestly, I never liked you as my sister–in–law. My brother is the

you don’t think Maddison was

Why bring

had a point.

straightened. “I want to see

bit her lip, avoiding my

do

and Mister–Goddamn–Kenway, dining like