Chapter 413 Face–to–face Interrogation

I had already brewed the tea when Jared entered the room.

I looked at the refined man, his eyes brimming with the depth and wisdom that only time and experience

could bring.

He didn’t seem surprised to see me, merely giving me a subtle quirk. “Hello. We’ve met before.”

I nodded and got up. “Yes, we have. I’m Chloe, Ivanna’s closest friend.”

“She mentioned you.”

I was a little uneasy about his composed manner. After all, this man was enigmatic. I felt the vast

disparity in our status as a woman watching out for my best–friend.

Both of us sat looking calm, but there was a faint air of distance. Neither of us rushed to speak.

It wasn’t that I didn’t want to start the conversation, but I had never interacted with someone like him

idea how to begin.

had poured

the point. ‘Do you know what you

replied directly.

Of course, it had to be Ivanna. Why pretend otherwise?

man my best friend trusted enough to entrust with her life. Not the mysterious big shot it rumored him to be. I felt oddly at

or offer

great humility.

I think you already know how deep Ivanna’s

years, she has taken care of me,

was not just family

eyes, though it was fleeting. I must have

easy to read. But I

above all else. That’s why I spoke with her about your

I said boldly, lacking eyes

I

steady. His demeanor was calm, and he didn’t interrupt me.

genuinely listening.

from the elevator kiss I once witnessed between him and Ivanna. It was difficult for

was truly hard

I’d think that. She may feel safe and attached to you, which every woman wants,

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