Mia glanced at Timothy. "Do you believe someone orchestrated this incident deliberately?"

"An impulsive, hot-headed young heir assaulting a woman at today's gala—such news surfacing could undoubtedly tarnish your film promotion,” Timothy remarked.

"We've witnessed similar incidents at past events as well. Some affluent men tend to let their privilege cloud their judgment.”

Mia couldn't shake off the suspicion that this incident might have been planned.

Timothy's tone deepened. "But isn't it too much of a coincidence that this incident occurred on the night of your film promotion gala? Who would dare to intentionally offend you?"

“You raise a valid point," Mia acknowledged.

Sensing something amiss, she turned to Peyton and instructed, “Investigate Chuck's background as well as his recent connections.” Despite just returning to the country, Chuck was acting audaciously, even going as far as to bring bodyguards while Mia was changing. It was fortunate that Timothy was there to intervene and stop him.

Given the circumstances, it seemed Chuck might be a pawn manipulated by someone else.

But who could be plotting against Mia?

After the gala ended, Mia bid farewell to the guests and friends, feeling slightly intoxicated. Luckily, no further issues arose during the evening. As Mia stepped outside, the cool breeze made her head feel heavy, and she felt a bit unsteady on her high heels.

"Watch your step.”

as he guided her safely to the car. He carefully opened

in the car, Mia felt a wave of relief wash

Timothy beside her. He was clad in his black security

him in sleek, sophisticated suits, emanating an air of aloofness and coldness with

"Timothy, please, just leave me alone,” her

with surprise, noticing that she had closed her eyes and was murmuring for him

Was she intoxicated?

his voice soft as

mumbled, "Then get out

Timothy's face. So, he

driver. "Start the engine and take

driver instinctively complied, turning to Peyton in the passenger seat. "Where should we

Peyton suggested, "Let's

prudent to send Mia back to the Lane residence at such a

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