When There Is Nothing Left But Love (Ashton And Scarlett)

“How could you…” Simone’s sad voice almost broke when she heard him.

“I’m fine, really,” I stated clearly before pulling Ashton out of the kitchen. I did not want to be the catalyst that made their relationship go downhill.

Not long after we walked out, we saw the maid leading Bill into the house through the front door. Behind him stood a spectacled young man dressed in formal wear. I trailed Ashton’s gaze and took a closer look at the new guest. We both stiffly froze the moment it clicked.

Armond was here.

Armond felt our burning gazes and looked up without shying away. A sly smile played on his lips, sending a shiver down my spine.

Bill entered the dining hall and greeted Nicolas courteously, “Mr. Hall, I’ve brought the man here.”

Everyone around the table put down their cutlery at the announcement of a guest. Simone had just gotten out of the kitchen as well. She had her hair tied up and looked all freshened up like an elegant lady after the little brush we had back in the kitchen.

haste and looked at the man behind Bill.

It’s nice to meet you, Mr. Hall.” Armond bowed like a gentleman, but I could still spot a glint of sinister spite in his eyes

very well done, so keep up

do my best to make sure you and Mr. Young

his hand dismissively. “I’m a businessman. I’m only interested in maximizing the profit of my investment, so you should probably focus

was really putting an end to all this and letting Ashton

father and son yet. “What’s with the sudden

too many questions? The Hall family didn’t give you the money and status you enjoy right now for you to create trouble. Do I

“So you’re expecting me

cold air

be a venomous snake. You would never know when he would