Chapter 228

Sean was a little upset at being temporarily demoted from Alyssa's right-hand man to a door guard.

After the door was closed, Alyssa took a seat on the couch. She crossed her legs and placed her left arm on the armrest. Her right arm was casually placed on her thigh in a graceful and regal posture that screamed boss. Landon couldn't take his eyes off her.

Swallowing hard, he glued his eyes to Alyssa. Her vibe was something else, and he was further drawn into her.

"Heh, I knew you wouldn't kick me out, given how close we are …" He squinted and was about to lean closer when she stopped him with a frosty tone. "Landon Harper, are my words a joke to you?"

He froze up and looked confused.

"Alice White tolerated your behavior because you helped her out. Alyssa Taylor is different—she does not have the patience to entertain your bullshit."

The distant look in her eyes suggested that they were strangers. It gave him the goosebumps.

Feeling indignant, he took two steps forward, only to