CHAPTER FORTY-THREE: An Unexpected News

What if Mr. Montgomery is also friends with Carter? I hope not.

Seeing Pierce Throne here makes me realize that these mega-rich people have a small circle coz there are only a few of them in this world.

I fight to keep my composure as I set the tray down, my hands trembling slightly. Pierce glances up, his eyes narrowing in recognition. But I keep my gaze low, avoiding eye contact.

I’m not worried that he will tell Carter I’m here coz what would he get from doing that? Help Carter, his enemy? I don’t think so.

Mr. Montgomery raises his glass, snatching Pierce’s attention away from me. "This is for you, my friend. I look forward to investing more in your ventures in the near future."

“And speaking of celebrations,” Pierce says, his eyes glinting with a knowing look, “I’m excited about Marius’ upcoming wedding. It's going to be quite the event. Albert, you must attend.”

Mr. Montgomery smiles, lifting his glass again. “Of course, I wouldn’t miss it for the world.”

I feel as if the floo