Under the Veil I Rule

Chapter 240

Finnian, on the other hand, nursing what was barely half a glass of whiskey, was the only one who seemed to be mostly sober.

Luna had downed two glasses already. Finnian had been lukewarm about her, even when she was trying to break the silence between them; she'd be pitifully embarrassed if not using the alcohol to ease up. Despite the drinks, she held her composure well.

Finnian glanced at her, contemplating that the latter must have done some surgery to her eyes, which seemed to have that sultry allure. If it weren't for those eyes, the heavy makeup would have seemed entirely out of place.

Suddenly, Amara crossed his mind. Amara's eyes had that same allure, but with a clarity that made any thoughts of disrespect seem impossible. What was he thinking, comparing Amara to someone from this kind of place?

He straightened up and finally spoke, "Your name's Luna?"

It was the first time since he entered this lounge that Mr. Everly had addressed her, and Luna was almost moved to tears with relief. "Yes, I'm Luna," she responded quickly. "I noticed you're not drinking much. Want a cigarette instead?”

"No," Finnian replied coolly, getting to his feet. "Come with me."

up, eyes imbued with surprise. The whole point of escorting these men was not just to drink. But given Mr. Everly's aloof demeanor, she hadn't expected to be the first one he'd ask to leave with him. She hastily stood

she quickly followed him out, leaving

Luna joined them, he had been

of character, leading the girl out.

up, charging over and blocking Finnian's

Finnian said, his

Hogan stated angrily. "Are you really going to take her

shot Luna a glare and turned to

you

were a few chuckles from behind. Someone tried to calm things down. "Hogan, lighten up. It's just a

before, and now

my ass