Chapter 270

Alanna gazed downward in response.

"Can you leave the ward for the time being, Mr. Florentine? I'd like to have a private word with Mr. Simmons."

Hades chuckled coldly in return. "Oh? Can't you two chat while I'm around?"

Jeff started shuffling the papers in his hands into a neat stack. "Of course, Mr. Florentine. But I hope you can stay quiet throughout the conversation."

Whenever Jeff snapped into his work mode, his gentle demeanor would be replaced by his decisive personality. Even his gaze would turn razor-sharp.

Alanna fell silent for a moment.

"Let's talk outside, Mr. Simmons."

Jeff shot Hades a look. "I'm fine with that."

Hades' expression became increasingly thunderous. Before Alanna could get out of bed, he finally relented by standing up immediately.

Upon reaching the doorway, he added, "Eat your meal first before talking business with him."

After that, he left the ward right away, making sure to slam the door behind him.

Alanna pursed her lips firmly.

As for Jef