Clearly, Raymond was telling her to pursue Thomas instead!

However, it was strange even to Rose herself. When she received Raymond’s orders, she did not feel any hint of displeasure or hatred, but rather, she felt embarrassed.

She had to admit that she had been attracted to Thomas for some time now, and she became even more curious about him, especially after witnessing the devastating state of the Hind Family. What kind of man was he? How could he single-handedly overturn the entire Hind Family? He was truly formidable!

“Oh!” Thomas only nodded in reply without any further reaction.

This left Rose a little frustrated. After all, she considered herself a stunning beauty, so shouldn’t he seem a little excited by the fact that she was coming with him to the auction? Fine, if he wasn’t thrilled, then so be it; but he should be surprised at the very least, shouldn’t he? What was with that calm and indifferent expression on his face? Was she really that unattractive? She might not be on par with Olivia in terms of appearance, but she wasn’t that far behind either.

Meanwhile, Thomas did not notice her gloomy expression in the slightest. He took out a cigarette and lit it, placing it between his lips.

“Do you like smoking that much?” Rose asked. It seemed that a cigarette was always in Thomas’ hands every time she saw him.

“Not really. It’s just a habit.”

“Habit, huh?” She observed him carefully. Logically speaking, with how frequently he smoked, his teeth should have turned yellow long ago. However, they remained sparkling white, as if he had never smoked a single cigarette in his life, and it was truly bewildering. Moreover, his fingers showed no signs of yellowing either.

“Thomas, how long have you been smoking?”

After thinking for a beat, Thomas replied, “Probably around eight years.”

His habit of smoking started eight years ago, back when he had just joined the military. It was curiosity that led him to try it after seeing his comrades smoke, but little did he know that he found himself addicted once he had a taste. Smoking helped to alleviate his tension before a mission, and it was able to ease his frustration and loneliness as well.

on the difference between the lungs of someone who smoked and someone who didn’t. After eight years, Thomas’ lungs must

the second floor, planning to give him a surprise. Clearly, Raymond

remained silent, poring over his plan to tone up

retreating figure, he remained silent, poring over his plan

himself missing that eccentric old man who had raised him. It had been eight long years since he had last seen him, and while he

you are… If I survive

his strength would improve by leaps and bounds. However, the old man had made it clear to

too strong, far beyond his expectations, and even if he were to use firearms, he might not be

he did not survive, he would use all of the connections he had to take care of Chloe. That way, he would keep his word

Timothy and Rose headed downstairs together and stopped in front of him, saying respectfully, “Mr. Clifford, it’s time

nod, Thomas rose to

instead sat in the passenger seat

take this. It’s good for a smoker like you.”

pharmacy for these pills earlier. As the ingredients they were made of were rare and valuable, it was

Thomas opened the pill jar, taking

smelling the aroma, he was able to discern the nature of the medicine, and he recognized that this pill would help to cleanse his lungs of the

prepare a medicine like this for him. How thoughtful

immediately tossing one of the pills into his

goodwill was a good start. If I pursue him, Olivia will become my biggest love rival, won’t she? They seem close. There were even rumors about them in the past that caused quite a stir. However, what makes Olivia better than me? In terms of both looks and our background, I’m no less inferior to her. That’s right, as long as I work hard enough, I’m

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Miss Elliott,

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