The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never by Gilbert Soysal

Shortly after, a stout man approached from behind and positioned himself next to the table where the two sat.

“Mr.

Mitchell, I didn’t anticipate this island catching your eye.

It seems the island really is appealing,” he remarked, addressing Bryson.

Glancing at Hannah, he then turned back to Bryson, adding, “Having a competitor as formidable as you, I might as well give up hope.

”

Hannah recognized him immediately; he was Coen Sullivan, the CEO of a listed company in Valmere.

He was known for his unethical business practices.

Disinterested, she looked away.

Bryson, without acknowledging Coen, replied icily, “I have no interest in this island.

”

being there was for Hannah’s

and assumed

business with Bryson, he attempted

has taken a liking to this island, we’ll

compete

”

amusing; even if he did bid,

scoffed, “That’s

”

Coen’s expression darkened.

H

front of onlookers, but Bryson’s dismissive demeanor left him seething

social standing,

only wipe the sweat from his forehead and hastily

overly confident individuals

Hannah shifted her gaze, scanning

spot Merlin, though the staff had told her the

Hannah speculated that he might already be on