Chapter 698

That evening, Brandon and Damon sat together in a private room at a high-end bar in Saintornia. They silently poured drinks into their glasses, both wearing grim expressions that radiated an aura discouraging any approach.

Eventually, Brandon couldn't hold back and looked at Damon.

"Uncle Damon, was your pursuit of Aunt Nyla this difficult?" he asked.

The memory of Valarie's rejection, followed by her date with a loser, frustrated Brandon. Did she really think so little of him?

Damon glanced at Brandon but didn't respond. He was too preoccupied with the upcoming Saturday trip to the zoo with Oliver to take on the role of emotional mentor for Brandon.

It seemed that Brandon didn't expect an answer anyway. He took another gulp and angrily stated, "Whatever, it doesn't matter to me anymore. There are plenty of women in the world. I'm not going to be hung up on her!

"I've pursued her for five years, and now she's missed out. She's the one who should regret it, not me!

"I'm so angry!