Chapter 427 You Made Me Do This

Now knowing this, Lana left immediately.

Best to stay away from jackasses and bitches this year!

Upon seeing Lana leave, Emilia sat down beside Howard. "So? The talk didn't work out?"

Howard's expression was thoughtful. "That's none of your business!"

Emilia nodded. "Honestly? I agree. But you were just acting all chummy with me in front of Grandma Violet. Yet here you are, getting all close with some other woman.

"I figured I should understand why in case someone else asks. Otherwise, I'd be left embarrassed!"

Emilia often behaved strangely around Howard, but he always just let her be. But today was different. Emilia seemed to have found a weakness of his.

It made Howard stand up, his expression darkening.

"Please understand that you and I are equals in a partnership, Ms. Watson. You can try to manipulate other people all you like, but don't think about doing that with me.

"If you refuse to cooperate, we can end this partnership right away so I can save myself from feeling