When they arrived at the 9th Mansion, everyone walked in and soon four or five waitresses came over.

The dim lighting and luxurious surroundings brought out the true nature of the men who had been drinking

Manuel was having a whale of a time with a familiar waitress in his arms, teamng her and feeding her drinks. His earlier gentlemanly demeanor was nowhere to be seen.

Emily had never seen anything like this befom. When Charlie and Carson Foster hung out, they would just play cards, chat, and drink. Even with waitresses around, they kept their cool

But she knew that this was the norm for men in the workplace. Even though she didn’t like it, she had to get used to it.

Charlie sat next to a waitress, but due to his composed demeanor, she remained respectful.

As another woman approached, Emily gracefully vacated her seat for her

In the dim ambiance, Charlie’s gaze followed Emily with an icy intensity as she moved away.

Finding a quieter spot, Emily took a seat.

Soon, Colin joined her Smirking, he remarked, “Ms. Sullivan, you seem to handle your drinks well. Do you spend a lot of time with Mr. James?”

James and I just finalized a business deal, so he’s in high spirits. I’ve had a few extra drinks tonight, but I’m not a heavy drinker

too modest, Ms. Sullivan!” His arm casually draped behind her on the couch, his gaze never leaving hers. Tve recently co-founded a private club. Consider visiting on weekends. I’ll even gift you a lifetime gold membership” Emily moved back coolly. The alcohol in her stomach stirred and she felt a bit dizzy, but she managed to

kids, Ms. Sullivan?” Colin locked incredulous. “You’re

smiled and didn’t

the table. “Meeting Ms. Sullivan is the highlight of my day. Let’s drink to

did you

paused, looking at the glass in his hand. He laughed, “Really? There are

like to keep things straight. And I don’t like people touching my

it was chilly enough. He

a moment, then she got up and walked towards

woman next to him. He

woman stood up immediately and

He had been mildly flirtatious,

prompting the lady who had been on Charlie’s right

with Emily, Charlie instructed, “Get me

a fresh wine glass and filled it halfway for

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