Master of his heart

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The disdain in the room was almost palpable as eyes rolled and whispers grew louder. Brielle, unfazed, gracefully took her seat on the chair Mason had pulled out for her. “Ms. Tessa’s reputation isn’t any better than mine. Last I saw her, she was leaving a hotel with not one, but two gentlemen. Seems you’re quite the free spirit yourself.

She spoke with a straight face, picked up her cup of water from the table for a sip, and casually offered Mason a cup as well.

A hint of a smirk tugged at Mason’s lips. He’d seen Brielle’s live streams before; it was only by chance, but the fact that she could hold her own with Mr. Hartley was no small feat. When Brielle first struck up a conversation with him, he didn’t respond, even contemplating feigning ignorance of her, but her persistence piqued his interest.

Mason and Tessa were classmates back in high school. Tessa was often absent due to her frail health. Yet, wherever she was, she seemed to be the center of attention. Everyone tiptoed around her, lest they be blamed if her health took a turn for the worse.

Mason didn’t care for Tessa. Even though she hadn’t said a word and merely basked in the adoration and caution of those around her, the vibe she gave off was unsettling. Those who rallied behind her flourished; those who went against her met their doom. So even years after graduation, when they all gathered again, people still instinctively sought Tessa’s favor.

But Brielle was different. At least, she was the first person bold enough to be so unrestrained in front of Tessa.

pale with

soothingly, “Tessa, don’t get worked up. Please yake your medication first.” She tenderly offered the medication, but Tessa slapped

push Tessa over the edge. today. The Rowland family would never forgive Brielle, and neither would Andrew. Even if Andrew did have a fling with that wretch Aubree, he truly doted on Tessa. Brielle messing with Tessa was akin to courting

an eyebrow, noting Tessa’s teetering composure, and chuckled softly. “I’m merely giving back what’s been dished out to me, Ms. Tessa. You spread rumors about my private life in public, so why shouldn’t I return

to such a blatant lack of deference to Tessa,

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woman? Do you know who she is? She’s a lady of the Rowland family.”

a friend, at least bring someone who fits in, alright? We can

in his tea, “My apologies, I’m not really that