Chapter: 617

Adrian mentally berated himself, regretting his provocation of Theodore once more.

Adopting a more submissive tone, he refilled Theodore’s cup with steaming tea.

“Perhaps they are just friends, you see. Doctor and patient. Let not your thoughts run wild. As for Ariana’s presence at the summit, perchance Mitchel brought her along to alleviate her boredom.”

“And is Mitchel so benevolent to all his patients?” Theodore retorted with a sneer, the bitterness seeping into his words.

“Well, are doctors not known for their compassion?” Adrian puffed on his cigarette, inhaling deeply. “I believe it would be wise for us to depart from here swiftly, lest Ariana chance upon our exit. There remain many unresolved matters between the two of you. If your true identity as Holden were to be exposed, I fear Ariana may not forgive you.”

longed to leave with Ariana, disregarding all else. The thought of his beloved in the company of another

does the summit

his watch and replied, “It shall endure for a while longer. It is not too late to leave now. And, I

you mean should they venture astray? I cannot

an invitation for you as Theodore? You may then take her without alerting anyone,” Adrian pondered,

a momentary silence, deliberating on the potential efficacy of the suggestion. Just

has

just the two of

swiftly from the sofa

waiter. Closing the door behind her, she

Ariana endeavored to remove her dress and don the pants, she found herself struggling to maintain balance on a single leg. In her attempt to steady herself, she reached

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