The Return of the Disguised Princess

Chapter 279

Chapter 279 Willard’s Threat

Lamont could see the turmoil in her expression and took her hand in his.

“Enough of this. Aren’t you going to join the crew? I’ll be by your side taking care of you till the filming wraps up.”

“It’s fine. There are a lot of things for you to handle in the company. You don’t have to worry too much about me. I’m really fine. I’m just…”

She was cut off by the sudden shrill ring of her phone.

Startled, she fished it out of her pocket.

To her surprise, it was a landline number flashing on the screen.

As she reached to answer it, Lamont snatc hed it from her grasp.

“I’ll take this.”

Lamont’s face was etched with tension as he seemed to have anticipated something.

Amelie watched him with growing concern.

She couldn’t hear what was being said, but Lamont’s expression grew darker by the second. In the end, he hung up the phone.

“What’s wrong?”

Amelie asked anxiously.

“Nothing, don’t worry about it. Just get some rest and put it out of your mind.”

“But…”

Amelie intended to press, but Lamont walked away.

She watched him leave with a sense of unease, her mind churning with questions.

In a suburban villa, there was a coffee shop renowned for its unique blends.

Willard sat in one of its private rooms, sipping coffee with an air of nonchalance.

“Mr. Aylward, the premium Cappuccino you ordered is ready. I’ll leave it on the table.”

“Good.”

a bland tone.

was waiting for Amelie.

might be a ruthless man, but only he knew what

desired.

pulled up to

Amelie stepped out.

driver seat, Lamont looked grim.

location, guided by the waiter’s directions.

suddenly want to

his purpose, she glanced at the man and took in his

expression.

How have you been faring

asking. I’m doing well.”

kept her distance from the man, wanting nothing to do

Mullen, why must you be so standoffish? Come on and have some coffee. It’s a fine blend, one of

cup he offered with a

Don’t you care for coffee?”

asked with

what you have to say. There

bush.”

Amelie sneered.

If you agree to leave the entertainment industry, I’ll consider

happen.”

narrowed his eyes, and Amelie could

absurd. Why should I do

gaze.

not impressed by his

she returned. As her father, I must clear the way

Given

situation, I doubt it stands a chance against me. Think carefully

took Amelie aback.

to remain calm before coming here, but at the critical

won’t back down.

compared to the Byron family, you’re nothing but ants. And while

mind

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