Chapter 0085

Pete's order made things quieter on his end. His smile carried a hint of displeasure as he asked, "Ms. Arl, what did you just say?"

"I said we should go our separate ways," I replied.

He shook his head. "What about the first part?"

"I said thank you."

He gritted his teeth and said hoarsely, "I'm at The Royals. If you want to thank me in person, you'd better come here, but I doubt you dare to do so."

I found it somewhat amusing, but from his expression, it was clear he wasn't expecting a simple thank you. He seemed to want me to go over and confront him. "Fine."

I had made up my mind. I didn't like to owe anyone a favor, and I knew that thanking Pete wouldn't be as easy as it sounded.

-Thung up the video call, and noting his casual attire, changed into a similarly casual outfit myself. Staring

in the mirror, I still felt

escorted politely to Pete's private room. When I opened the door, I was met with uproarious laughter from

could understand what was happening, I found myself face-to-face with the

Nicholas.

monkey, laughing heartily. "I won Nick,

sip, and softly said, "Il

on. My heart ached deeply-the man who hurt me the most and my most painful rival were working together, using me as the

wanting to leave, but that would be too cowardly. My nature

that of a deserter.

the past four years. the status of Nicholas' wife had indeed given me some advantages. Even though I was only 26 and not particularly old, my presence could still command respect from some

I managed a slight smile. I took a clean glass from the table and poured

one on Mr. Hawk's

eyes as dark as ink, but he didn't respond.

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