Chapter 420 Asserting Dominance

Regardless of Christopher’s willingness, they had to escort him onto the plane, possibly even under duress. They just needed to hint at Jonathan’s stance and mention that Florence would continue to have him watched, likely scaring Christopher into hurrying back to Riverdon overnight.

Christopher, oblivious to the bodyguard’s thoughts and hearing the formal response, held back his frustration and asked through gritted teeth, “How much longer until we arrive?”

His patience was wearing thin, not just from physical discomfort but also from feeling undervalued. A mere bodyguard was not taking him seriously!

Had it been any other day, he wouldn’t have tolerated this, but having just angered his older brother and been rescued from Florence’s clutches, he dared not act rashly.

The bodyguard replied, “About half an hour.”

Christopher’s face darkened with anger.

Half an hour? How could I possibly endure that long?

Get out of the car!” he demanded, unable to stop the vehicle himself but insisting they leave.

After a glance, the bodyguard decided, “Mr. Lawson instructed us to escort you home personally.”

Just keep the driver in front!” Christopher, both anxious and furious, nearly yelled.

The bodyguard considered for a moment, then, noticing Christopher

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his legs together, nodded to the

car. They usually worked in shifts.

caught a cab with his colleague and reported back to

His discomfort was unbearable, and he couldn’t worry about the driver’s presence anymore.

back seat and awkwardly

with his physiological

he grabbed and turned

to reach Christopher’s phone, turned pale. She dialed again, only

Where is he

was Jane, smirking triumphantly beside Harley.

Christopher had been there, he would have recognized her as the one who had previously caused him significant trouble.

more color. “He’s probably busy,” she weakly explained, then remembered Christopher’s affection for her and confidently added, “But he

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the initiative to approach Jane.

call on Christopher’s phone in the hospital

knew Christopher had been dating a lady

said that it was all to appease Michael. The only person he liked was her.

couldn’t help feeling uneasy about the other woman’s prolonged presence around Christopher.

trusted him and believed his feelings were genuine, she felt the need to assert her

liked her, not Jane, and hoped Jane would gracefully step back

didn’t expect Jane to seem completely indifferent, instead mocking her appearance as more like someone desperately clinging

unwilling to take the insult, she tried to leave.

the woman beside Jane, stopped her.

to leave? Didn’t you say Christopher likes you? If you’re so sure, call him and let him confirm it

Fanny didn’t catch on, but Jane understood why

club, saying he was with Florence, Jane wouldn’t dare provoke

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Harley exchanged

“Scared? Afraid your lies will

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