Chapter 124

“You’re serious? She actually turned down Alexander Green?” A loud bark of laughter escaped him. “My God, the woman has absolutely no taste whatsoever!”

Alexander pouted in anger. Trust Duke to make fun of his predicament.

“I should keep a record of this historic moment,” Duke continued, wiping tears of laughter from his eyes. “Don’t worry, old friend, my shoulder is available for crying whenever you need it. Perhaps we should order you some tissues for dessert?”

Alexander glared at him. “Duke.”

But Duke was too amused to stop on Alexander’s account. “I wonder what her type is, exactly? Clearly not wealthy, handsome, well- connected…”

“If you value our friendship, you’ll shut your mouth right now.”

Duke managed to stifle his laughter. He could tell the rejection had wounded his friend severely. And for that reason, he would stop the teasing… for now.

And then, the subject of their conversation walked back into the room. Duke instantly turned on his charm.

“Olivia! Perfect timing. Come sit next to me.” He patted the seat next to

him.

formal nonsense. Call me

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to protest, he placed a hand on

one look at Alexander had the words dying on her lips. Olivia sighed. She

However, Olivia found herself

smile for

it is. She chooses her protector wisely. Olivia, my dear, I do believe I’m going to claim you as my honorary sister. You have such wonderful instincts. So affectionate, so loyal.

to add emphasis on the word ‘friend‘ much to Alexander’s chagrin

wanted more. It’d been so long since he saw

is just twenty minutes from here. I’ve got a bottle of ’98 Bordeaux that’s been begging to be opened,

reaching for his jacket. “I appreciate the offer, Duke, but

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