"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!"

You barely touched your food earlier." She looked at the table.

to flag down the waiter, 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.

and, taking Noelle's cue, started to eat. His phone buzzed shortly after. It was Ronald. "Mr. Hoffman, Milo lingered at your private room's door for a bit before he took

our next move, Mr.

instructed, subtly lifting his hand to tell Noelle to stop piling food

you let Milo see

fell silent. Everyone stared at Charles, shocked by his harsh

visibly upset-though

really think attacking her will end well? And

his lesson, or he'll never fall in line!"

his

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

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