"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!"

at the table. "Should

but Charles 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?"

"Mr. Hoffman, Milo lingered

our next move,

instructed, subtly

before you let

Everyone stared at

visibly upset-though it was not out

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

a blade. "Milo needs to learn his lesson, or he'll never fall in line!" He knew his

Janet away, but with his track

wouldn't relinquish his advantage. However, if that ace were to crumble, Milo might

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