Sean was stunned. Alyssa's actions always seemed to catch him by surprise."But both Josh and his wife, Clarissa, are here tonight. Won't Brie cause a scene? It's Madam Lyla's birthday after all. Wouldn't it be better to end the night on a positive note?" Sean asked, concerned."That's why I'm not going to let her past the front door and let her become a pain in everyone's ass.""Do you mean?" Alyssa narrowed her eyes, a dangerous glint in them. "Don't you worry. I'll be sure she's taken care of before the celebration officially starts."…Meanwhile, Tatiana had gone to the restroom. After she finished powdering her nose, she hurried back outside. "You stupid beasts! What are you stopping me for? Can't you see I have an invitation?" The familiar yet irritating voice made Tatiana stop in her tracks. Her heart sank briefly as she turned to look at its source.Tatiana spotted two security guards holding Brie back not far away while she yelled at the top of her lungs, flinging
How could a hotel manager who only drove a Porsche possibly maintain a girlfriend like Tatiana? Tatiana must really fool around in private, yet she still always acted like she was so innocent.How disgusting!"Who are you calling a bitch? Show some respect!" Sean couldn't hold his anger back anymore as he cracked his knuckles menacingly. "You'd best not trust her too much, kid. She might look innocent, but she's secretly very experienced in bed," Brie said with a toss of her hair, staring right at Tatiana. "Her scandals have long spread throughout our campus. Everyone in Solana Film Academy knows what a slut she is in. Only an outsider like you would be fooled without your knowledge."Sean was so angry that his shoulders were shaking. Alyssa had made him promise to control himself. At the same time, he understood he had to let Brie lose composure first before getting rid of her. But he still found it incredibly difficult to hold back right now."We can talk about your grievan
But then, what was up with this invite?"Forgery is indeed concerning. We'll do as you suggested, Sean, and send her to the police station," Alyssa instructed."Yes, Ms. Alyssa." Sean nodded.He turned to the guards and instructed, "Take her away!""Why? I didn't commit any crime!" Brie cried, her face turning an ugly shade of red. She then pointed to Tatiana. "If you want to take me away, then she should be coming with me! She shouldn't be here in the first place, given her status!"Tatiana was about to retort when Alyssa beat her to it, asking slowly, "Oh? What do you mean by that? Why can't she be here?""She's my classmate! I know her better than anyone else here!" Brie had always been someone who tossed others under the bus, even when she was in trouble. "She would never get an invitation for this event tonight! Your secretary must have snuck her in! I can leave, but she has to too!""Taty, is this woman really your classmate?" Alyssa asked softly, going to Tatiana's si
In the hall, Josh and Clarissa were having a lively conversation with Jonah. Josh had not only taken over several substantial holding companies under Schmidt Group but was also expected to take over the company one day. Jonah, on the other hand, being Winston's eldest and all, would likely take over KS Group one day as well. Hence, Josh didn't mind spending some time building a connection with Jonah, even though he held no respect for the polyamorous relationship Winston Taylor had."I heard KS Group intends to develop in Solana City, Mr. Jonah. You've made quite some progress lately." Josh had on his winning smile. "I'm sure we'll be seeing one another in the business world soon. We're on the same level, and our parents are good friends. I do hope that friendship extends to our generation and beyond."Jonah smiled lightly and made a toast to him. "If you ever have any big projects in Solana City, Mr. Jonah, you know where to find us. I'm sure if we worked together, we would
"Mr. Josh, I also heard that Ms. Alyssa had found Ms. Caldwell insulting Ms. Tatiana," Morgan said worriedly. "I don't think Ms. Alyssa plans to let this go lightly, sir. Things might escalate if you don't show up right now."Josh's expression was dark as he tugged at his tie. "Alright then."…Alyssa had wanted to deliver Brie to justice, but after Tatiana's persistent pleas not to make a bigger scene and take care of it in private instead, Alyssa had decided to do just that.They were in one of the empty halls right now, with two burly bodyguards flanking Brie. Under pressure, Brie's obnoxious demeanor from earlier had disappeared entirely.Alyssa was lounging on the couch with Tatiana, her legs folded together. Beside them, Sean stood with a fruit plate in hand.Appearing relaxed, Alyssa slowly fed a piece of cantaloupe to Tatiana. She asked, "Sean told me that this woman had insulted you before? And that she had made some terrible insinuations, too."Brie began quivering,
The smile on Josh's face was tinged with frost. "I've only seen this woman once in my life and have no reason to come to her defense. Why would you wish to settle her issues with me?""M-Mr. Josh … " Brie stammered, her face pasty, as she gazed at Josh. She had pleased him so thoroughly in bed a few days ago, yet here he was abandoning her so easily!"Oh? In that case …" Alyssa's eyes narrowed into sly crescents. "You wouldn't mind if I took Ms. Caldwell out to the main hall for a stroll, would you? To let everyone, and especially Madam Clarissa, get to know her?"Brie was scared out of her wits by now.Meanwhile, Josh paled instantly. His gaze grew hostile. "What is your intention here, Ms. Alyssa?""Nothing much, really." Alyssa leaned against the couch, her gaze just as hostile. "One should always refer to the owner before reprimanding their mutt. I only hope the owner of this one knows when to reprimand them themselves. I'm only a young woman, after all. It would be terrib
"But do hurry. The celebration is about to begin."The door slammed shut behind Alyssa and the others.Ten minutes later, Josh and Morgan walked out of the hall. The former's watch was still stained with blood. A woman's wails and sobs of pain could be heard in the hall he had just left."Clean the mess up," Josh instructed Morgan."Yes, sir!""Alyssa Taylor really is something." Josh emanated a frosty air as he cracked his knuckles. "It's been a long time since I've met someone who dared challenge me. If she wants to play, I'll play along with her."…Alyssa felt incredibly satisfied after getting revenge for Tatiana. But the latter still felt uncomfortable.Knowing this, Alyssa gave her and Sean some alone time. The two went to the balcony to freshen up after the whole ordeal.Sean took off his coat and wrapped it around Tatiana's shoulders, since she was quivering in the cold. "Here. The wind is stronger here.""Did you … tell my sister about the other night when Brie me
Alyssa hummed a tune and headed for the event hall, knowing that Brie was done for good. That put her in a great mood.Given her understanding of Josh—no, her understanding of men in general—their egos often got the better of them. Now that Brie had disgraced Josh, she had landed herself in hot water.Alyssa believed Brie deserved everything that had happened for bullying Tatiana."Lyse." Suddenly, she heard a low and affectionate voice calling out from behind. Her heart skipped a beat, and she clenched her fists. No other man could make her flustered except for Jasper, the man whom she loved and suffered for.She inhaled deeply and calmed herself before turning around coldly. He stood a few steps away with an exquisite gift box in his hand. He marched up to her with a regal air about him."I'm here," he said to her tenderly. Alyssa replied flatly, "Okay."He pursed his lips and looked apologetic. "I'm sorry. I wanted to come early and lend you a hand, but I still … got late.