The Mysterious Billionaire and His Substitute Bride

“Why should I believe you?” Janet scoffed.

She didn’t have a good impression of Kent.

“Fine. If you don’t believe me, go ahead and drink it. I don’t care,” Kent snapped back. He hated the way Janet treated him.

Kent himself knew he wasn’t a reliable guy. But Janet’s hostility somehow seemed to upset him.

“Look. I’ve hung out with notorious people before, and I’ve seen the world. That man is a rapist. I heard he just got released from jail last month. Logically speaking, no one would hire him, not in such a cafe at least. Something is fishy. Maybe he has sneaked in. He brought you a cup of coffee, but did you see he wait on any other customers? No. It looks like you’re his only target. I asked you not to drink it because I have an inkling he might have drugged it. Have you offended anyone lately?”

Kent had never looked this serious before. Janet seemed confused and didn’t know what to say. “Do you mean someone has set a trap for me?”

“It’s just a guess. But judging from the situation, he seems well prepared. People like him don’t make a random move. Are you here to meet someone? Or did you just walk in on a whim?” Kent pushed the coffee cup aside and studied her face.

down Janet’s spine. “I don’t

unlikely. She knew Bernie, and the man wouldn’t do such

just an adoptive daughter.” Kent was a wealthy man who had seen people from various walks of life. He was more experienced than Janet and understood how vicious people could be

if he could meet me here. He didn’t call me. I’m not quite sure if the text was from my adoptive dad or if someone has texted me

Fiona or Jocelyn had texted her using Bernie’s

finger across the rim of the glass, smiling. “Do

I think I know who is behind this. Thank you for helping me.” Janet stood up in a huff with her bag.

with me?” Kent asked,

even bother talking

wanted to leave. However, the two had crossed the line. Janet could no longer put