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“So, Mr. Doyle isn’t satisfied with my arrangements?”Philip Mason turned back to look at Adrian, his eyes openly mocking.Adrian curled his lip. Satisfied or not, he certainly looked down on this sort of display. After all, when the hotel’s lobby manager, Neil Peterson, suggested the private viewing lounge, Philip’s astonishment had been all too genuine. Besides, the Joy Hotel belonged to the Hill family; with Neil’s keen sense of timing, he wouldn’t miss a chance to curry favor with Daisy.“It’ll do,” Adrian replied, noncommittal.“Adrian, don’t think I don’t know exactly what you’re thinking!” Lydia Nolan pouted, her expression sour as she glared at him.“What am I thinking?”“Oh, the same old story—you can’t measure up to my boyfriend, Philip Mason. Feeling second-rate, aren’t you? You’re just saying this because your pride can’t take it.”“But that’s how it is. Not everyone has this kind of pull. Envy, jealousy—call it what you want, but you should admit when you’re outclassed. A
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Seeing Daisy’s puzzled expression, Lydia Nolan stamped her foot in frustration.“Honestly! You’re this beautiful—how could you not find someone better? Why pick a man who has nothing—no money, no career—and on top of that, no ambition?”“If you ask me, you should marry into a powerful family!”Only then did Daisy grasp what Lydia meant, and her face tightened.The more Lydia spoke, the more excited she became, her voice almost rising to a shout. Adrian set down his chopsticks, his expression turning into a calm, I’m-right-here-and-listening.Lydia paused, then ducked her head with an awkward smile. It really wasn’t right to say such things in front of him.“Don’t take it personally. I didn’t mean it like that.”“What way did you mean?” Adrian asked with a pleasant smile. Lydia fell silent.Daisy put down her utensils and spoke evenly. “Lydia, I admit your boyfriend is impressive. But Adrian is my fiancé. You shouldn’t compare him like that, let alone say things that would hurt him.”A
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Philip Mason stepped forward with polished manners and offered his hand. “Miss Daisy, a pleasure. I’ve heard so much about you from Lydia.”Daisy returned a polite smile and shook his hand. “Nice to meet you.”She tried to withdraw, gave a slight tug—and found her hand still held. Her brows knit.“Such soft skin, Miss Daisy. You must be diligent with your skincare routine.”Philip reluctantly released her. Daisy pulled back at once.“It’s nothing special. I don’t pay much attention.”He affected concern. “I hope my limited-edition Rolex didn’t brush your hand just now. You weren’t hurt, were you?”“…No.”“Good, good.”Lydia Nolan cheerfully ushered them to their seats, and the three of them made conversation that looked lively enough from a distance. But Philip, every few minutes, found a way to angle a brand label into view and mention what it cost. Lydia listened with interest. Daisy felt cornered, replying out of politeness—old friends shouldn’t have to sit in awkward silence.Merc
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There was a glint of suspicion in Daisy’s eyes. The less Adrian said, the more curious she became.“No, I have to know. Tell me, now!”“Are you sure?”She nodded firmly. “Say it.”“All right.”Adrian leaned close and whispered a few words in her ear. Daisy’s fair cheeks flared scarlet in an instant.“You—how improper!”Adrian sighed, helpless. “Fine, fine. I’m the improper one.”Daisy huffed, turned away, and refused to look at him.When they reached the office, Daisy shot out of the car like an arrow and sprinted to her office, locking the door behind her. Adrian followed, tried the handle, and gave up when it wouldn’t budge. He headed to the neighboring office to make do for the moment.He turned and nearly walked into Freya.“What happened to Miss Daisy?”Adrian shrugged, unwilling to elaborate. He knew Daisy too well—say one word too many and she might freeze him out for a week.“By the way, the cooperation with Norris Medicinal Herb Co. is back on track. Problem solved.”Freya ex
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“Uncle, I was just trying to make more money. Things have been tight at home these last few years… The Sanders family said if I do as they ask, I can be one of their suppliers. They’re offering a full thirty percent extra profit!”“Money, money, money—that’s all you think about! No judgment, no foresight!”With Jasper Emerson’s scolding ringing in his ear, Sullivan Parker shut his mouth.Hearing silence on the other end only made Jasper angrier.“I’ll be perfectly clear: you are not to sever ties with Hill Group. Apologize at once! Do you have any idea who Adrian is? A physician who can pluck life from the grave. He’s someone we cannot afford to offend!”“I’ve worked hard to bring him into our orbit. We haven’t even sealed the deal, and you’re pushing him away? If you mess this up, I’ll be calling your father. And don’t bother coming home after that.”A cold shiver ran through Sullivan.He believed it—every word. Jasper rarely meddled in his affairs, but the family’s standing owed muc
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Adrian’s gaze was ice-cold as he studied Sullivan Parker—a balding man in his thirties with the air of a middle-aged bureaucrat.“Miss Daisy, what brings you here in person? My staff were out of line—how could they keep you waiting so long?”Daisy smiled without warmth.“Naturally, it’s about Mr. Parker’s sudden decision to cut off our supply.”“I worried we at Hill Group might have offended you somehow. The moment I heard the news, I came to apologize to you in person.”Her barbs landed with precision. Sullivan Parker felt his face tighten; after all, Hill Group had been the first to extend a hand to Norris Medicinal Herb Co.He quickly pasted on a polite, false smile.“Miss Daisy, you misunderstand. Our Norris Medicinal Herb Co. has simply reached a critical turning point.”Daisy’s laugh was chilled. “How very convenient, your turning point.”Sullivan Parker dropped the pretense, turned, and settled into his chair with a couple of derisive snorts.“Miss Daisy, don’t blame me for bei
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