The Bowens remained silent, unable to come up with a rebuttal.

Upon hearing Heath's words, Mia couldn't resist giving him a thumbs- up, appreciating his sharp and satisfying response.

Her purpose for being here today was precisely to witness Lewis and Connie's reaction to the truth and their subsequent humiliation.

It seemed Mia's visit had indeed been worthwhile.

Though Lewis was seething with anger, he knew it wasn't the time to argue back. However, Connie felt differently. She had never faced such humiliation before.

Advancing toward Mia, Connie pointed accusingly. “Mr. Barrett, it's because of this woman that you're not partnering with our company, isn't it?"

Mia raised an eyebrow, puzzled by how she was being dragged into the situation.

She retorted sharply, "It's because you mistook the distinguished CEO of the Barrett Group for a mere bodyguard and even insulted him. Did you suffer from amnesia or something? It appears you've forgotten rather quickly. This situation is completely unrelated to me!"

would have guessed a bodyguard

chose to serve as her bodyguard.” Connie was

Why

steal a glance at him. Did he just publicly say

was clear he was only sticking around because

Connie blurted out, "Mr. Barrett, this woman isn't as straightforward as you may think. Despite her appearance as the heiress of the Lane family, she's actually a divorced

replied, “Well, I happen to like divorced

your standards are rather low. Why would you be interested in a divorced woman with a child? My daughter Isabella

potential interest in Isabella could repair the partnership between the Bowen family

was taken aback by Timothy's ability to

Caleb intervened, stating, "Alright, let's

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