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.

conference room that could

present were executives and department chiefs–it was a full house since it was a

a Parker pen between his fingers, occasionally swiftly and tapping it audibly on the table when he

the branch company’s reports proved clearly sub–par, he remained impassive but suddenly slammed his pen

just as he was about to speak, and

she’s yelling that she’s

“Ignore her,” Isaac growled.

“Yes, sir.”

up, he

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

merciful enough not to kill her

to remember, challenging the limits of his tolerance constantly, while he had to keep bearing with her as her behavior escalated for

chuckled despite himself as he

conference room quickly cleared

was in a good mood actually asked,

happen, Mr. Jefferson?”

who asked. “Yes, but I’m afraid I can’t share it. Let’s hope that your

ask-Isaac’s words actually