Chapter 206

But Henry acted as if he had not heard what James said. With his smile deepening, he replied. "Don't be mad, nephew. Your uncle and I are good buddies. I'm calling you by your proper title, right?"

James was fed up and shook off his hand. He asked with furrowed brows, "What are you up to?"

Henry's smile faded, his gaze growing distant. "James, there's a time and place for everything."

James wanted to retort, but Shane heard the commotion and approached. "What are you guys doing?"

Hearing Shane's voice tinged with anger, James's shoulders tensed. "Uncle."

But Shane did not spare him a glance, walking straight past him to stand before Haley. The man whose eyes were usually sharp and piercing seemed to transform in front of Haley, his deep cold eyes now holding a barely perceptible warmth. "Are you okay, Haley? Feeling wronged?"

Haley smiled and shook her head, taking Shane's arm. "Not at all. I'm not one to be taken advantage of."

Shane smiled. That was true indeed. Otherwi