The Runaway Groom

Chapter 198

Moneypenny had served Henry for years, and Henry still trusted him—but he could not deny that he had doubts after what happened recently.

This counted as a test!

Still, he could only hope that Moneypenny had really been coerced and nothing else…

Over at Rose Garden, the sedatives had worn off and Irene had regained consciousness.

However, her limbs were still bound to prevent her from moving, and the sedatives left her lethargic.

Having no idea who her captors were, she yelled, “Is there anyone out there?! I’m hungry!”

There was no response–Isaac had instructed the guards outside to call him once she woke up, but also forbade them from entering the room.

If she started screaming, let her scream all she wanted!

When they heard Irene, the guards made the call.

within a conference

executives and department chiefs–it was a full house

the chairing seat, leaning sideways as he rested a hand on the table. He was twirling a Parker pen between his fingers, occasionally swiftly and tapping it audibly on the table when he heard something

sub–par, he remained impassive but suddenly slammed his pen

phone rang just as he was about to speak, and he whipped it

and she’s yelling that

“Ignore her,” Isaac growled.

“Yes, sir.”

up, he

letting Irene starve on purpose–it was her fault, dumping him to

was merciful enough not to kill

remember, because she seemed to lack the ability to remember, challenging the limits of his tolerance

despite himself

conference room

was in a good mood

happen, Mr. Jefferson?”

at the person who asked. “Yes, but I’m afraid I can’t share it. Let’s

in his report to ask-Isaac’s words actually boosted his confidence instead of leaving him fearful