Chapter 341:

Kallie sensed there was more to Ewing’s words, but she wasn’t quite bothered by it. If the masked man truly bore ill will toward her, he would have leveraged his financial clout and influence directly, rather than skirting around with the inferior product issue.

Though the specifics of the masked man’s intentions eluded her, Kallie knew that when dealing with such an unpredictable individual, the safest course was to play along.

Kallie assured Ewing, “I know what I’m doing. As you can see, he’s not someone who’s easily fooled. Your ways of handling things might just irritate him. I’ll be returning to Avalon soon. With the Nixon family backing me, I have nothing to fear.”

The resolve in Kallie’s eyes slightly eased Ewing’s concerns, but he was still intent on persuading her further. Just then, a crisp knock at the door interrupted him.

“Who is it?” Ewing asked, his tone alert as he turned toward the door.

A young man’s buoyant voice answered, “Excuse me, is Kallie here? My master would like to see her.”

her head subtly to stop him. She cleared her

the door swung open.

just that your cousin seems a bit hostile to me. I would’ve been ejected if not for playing the hero,” the masked man said. His masked face hid his emotions, but a slight smile betrayed a hint of irritation

see the state she’s in? She needs to rest and

say anything, his gaze sharp

I need to speak with him for a bit. Don’t fret. Our family’s people are outside, and we’re in

man warily for a moment and then

owe you one. Just name it. If it’s

silent, his gaze deep and

perhaps you have a particular way

himself with a regal air, as if the chair beneath him were a throne. “Kallie, you finally get the point. As your savior, it’s only right that

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