The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

Chapter 1017

Joshua peered at the interactions between Lysander and Thalassa, and he sensed the tension and unresolved issues simmering between them.. Yet, in Lysander’s gaze, Joshua witnessed a loss of control he had never seen in his friend’s eyes before.

Lysander was a veteran, known for his stoic and indifferent nature. He had an ironclad self-control, imperturbable in the face of adversity, with no person or situation easily ruffling his composure. But in Thalassa’s presence, his usual cool faltered.

Richard remained silent, as he was keenly aware that meddling in Lysander’s affairs would be a bad idea. Just the night before, Lysander had coldly warned him that if anything happened to Thalassa, Richard would be dragged down with her. That icy, stern admonition was more than enough to keep him on the straight and narrow.

He dared not get entangled in whatever was going on between Lysander and Thalassa. Lysander was clearly fallen too deep for Thalassa. If there was any conflict between the two, he might not have the heart to blame Thalassa, but it could catch others in the

crossfire.

Richard certainly didn’t want to be in the line of fire. He hadn’t touched a drop of liquor today either. He was the host of the gathering, and he needed to stay sharp to maintain

order.

“Lysander, don’t get worked up, buddy. Let’s have another drink. You know how it is with women – you gotta pamper them, make a fuss over them, and then they’ll see the good in you,” Joshua said, picked up the bottle, and poured another round for both himself and Lysander, trying to ease his friend’s mind.

tense, and his deep-set eyes were frosty. He

silent.

Lysander, “Let’s just say this is for me, man. Don’t

take Joshua’s toast. For him, Joshua

glass and joined Joshua

distance, her heart fluttering with wicked delight. The more Lysander drank, the stronger the effects of the drug would be, and the easier her task would

Perfect!

and answered a phone

08:55

stayed at home alone in the past few days. Thalassa was unable to be

mother, fearing the loneliness might get to her. On the other hand, Bruce might not keep his word

Evelyn.

I just wanted to check in. You haven’t been home lately, have you?” Evelyn’s voice

as she detect no distress in