Chapter 197 Timely Appearance

Xander was the first to react. Without any hesitation, he immediately turned and headed downstairs.

Grace was sitting at a table and scrolling through her phone. Just then, a waiter approached her with a tray.

"Miss, this is a complimentary drink from our bar tonight. Would you like to try it?"

Without waiting for Grace to refuse, the waiter placed the drink in front of her.

Grace picked up the glass, but before she could take a sip, Xander's voice interrupted her. "Gracie!"

His steps were noticeably hurried. With just a few steps, he reached Grace and swiftly took the glass from her hand.

Puzzled, Grace looked at him, and their eyes locked.

Xander reached out and pulled her close. They seemed quite intimate to onlookers. In truth, he was using this as an opportunity to whisper in her ear, "The drink is spiked."

Grace immediately knew what she should do.

"Where have you been, Xan? Why did you come so late?"

Xander affectionately smiled. "I've been here for a while. This bar i