One Night Surprise

Chapter 280 Not Bothered to Put Up a Front

“If that doesn’t work, Addie from the company would be fine too.”

Are you actually considering Addie from the company?” Alexander’s expression darkened. “What is on your mind when you bring up other men in front of me to attend the cocktail party?”

Courtney’s heart sank when she heard his husky and gloomy voice.

She felt a sudden movement and the next thing she knew, Alexander, who was lying on the pillow beside her, shifted above her.

“That is not what I meant.” She pushed against his chest. “I was afraid that you would be in an embarrassing situation. Besides, am I not asking for your opinion right now?”

“Are you asking me to pick a date for you?” His voice sounded even more menacing now.

Courtney felt as though the situation was worsening, but she braced herself when she retorted, “Well, since you’re not coming with me, I have to attend the event with somebody, isn’t it?”

“Did I say that I’m not going?” Alexander stared at her from above. The blanket covered his shoulders like a massive mountain while Courtney was rendered motionless underneath the pressure.

It is clearly for his sake, but he is blaming me now. She felt wronged. “I was just taking you into consideration. How would I know if you’d…” She was speaking halfway when she noticed Alexander’s intense gaze. She felt her chest tightening and she did not feel like speaking anymore. “Forget it. It’s useless to speak with you. Do as you please!” She turned her head away.

astounded, so he slowly turned sideways to lie beside her. Just when he was about to hold her in his arms, she

who you attend the event with because I wouldn’t have the right to speak up. However, now that we are together, there shouldn’t be anybody else attending the cocktail party as

with a hoarse voice, “In any

“Didn’t you mention that Oliver has

face him when she heard that. “Are you truly treating Oliver as your personal

Alexander raised his eyebrows, as if taking the situation for granted. Oliver has been following Courtney around everywhere. He claims that he’s keeping her safe while investigating certain matters. In reality, as a man, I can tell that he has selfish motives. Everybody sees through him. Since Oliver has accepted the money, he should be responsible for the safety of the two children too. I don’t think there’s anything

hotel, welcoming the attendees who consisted of social elites and celebrities. Since

walked the red carpet while holding hands. Despite their plastered smiles, they

turned a cocktail party into a film festival. He didn’t need to make it so obvious even

The film and television entertainment industry has been gaining popularity for the past few

unhappily. I have nothing to say about the secret love affair between Casey and Shay. After all, the locals aren’t very receptive to relationships such as theirs. Besides, if Shay were to come out to

understanding where Courtney was coming from, Alexander did not explain on Casey’s behalf even though he was aware of certain facts. I have competed

them the moment they entered the hall. “Courtney, I’ve waited a long time for you to

walk the red carpet.” Courtney shot a pointed look behind Shay. Casey was like a shadow as he followed

He rolled his eyes impatiently at Casey, who was standing behind him.

happened?” Courtney