"Excellent!"

Charles's lips quirked up in a sly grin. "I'll have someone take you home!"

"No need. I'll head back myself!"

"Sure. I'll take my leave, then!"

Charles had what he wanted, so there was no point in sticking around with Milo any longer.

He returned to the private room, where everyone was finishing their meal. They caught sight of Charles, looking all bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, and figured the negotiation must have been a breeze. Charles slid into the seat next to Noelle and glanced around. "Why's everyone staring?"

Noelle flashed a smile and dished up some more food for Charles. "Everything went okay?"

He nodded. "Yep!"

looked at the table. "Should we

waved her off. "No need. There's plenty here, and I'm not that hungry!" He gave Noelle's shoulder a reassuring pat. "Are you full?"

shortly after. It was Ronald. "Mr. Hoffman, Milo lingered at your private room's door for a bit before he took off." Charles's eyes narrowed

next move,

Tomorrow, find Milo and bring him to Janet," Charles instructed, subtly lifting his

before you

Everyone stared at

cool, but Sean looked visibly upset-though it was not out of

you really think attacking her will end well? And in my hospital of all

"Milo needs to learn his lesson,

agreed to take Janet away, but with his track record,

advantage. However, if that ace were to crumble, Milo might just back off for

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