Angelica's question made Brandon fall silent. It seemed he had accidentally let something slip. Brandon quickly shook his head and said, "No, you misheard, Miss Angelica. I didn't say anything about that."Angelica furrowed her brow, certain that she hadn't misheard. She opened her mouth to protest, "But I'm sure you just said—"However, before Angelica could finish her sentence, Brandon quickly cut her off and changed the subject. "I'm sorry, Miss Angelica, but I think we're done discussing this. I have to go now. Please tell Miss Chaterina that I can't make it tonight." Brandon hurriedly left Angelica.Angelica was still shocked by Brandon's sudden change in attitude. She felt frustrated because Brandon was clearly avoiding the topic she had just brought up."You can't just dismiss me like that, Brandon! We're not done talking!" Angelica protested, running after Brandon and grabbing his arm.Brandon angrily shook off Angelica's grip, looking at her with displeasure. "Enough! Miss An
"Mr. Brandon, I've finally found you," Brianna greeted with a smile.All eyes turned to Brianna, who had just addressed Brandon. She wore an elegant red dress that flowed to her ankles, with long black hair cascading beautifully. Her lovely eyes were hidden behind dark sunglasses, adding to her beauty and mysterious allure.Brandon, who had been visibly annoyed by his old friends' taunts, was now surprised by Brianna's arrival. She stood before him, smiling and somewhat easing his irritation.Brandon quickly stood up, ignoring Frans and his friend who were still standing nearby. "Miss Brianna," Brandon said politely, bowing slightly. "I didn't expect you to arrive so soon," he added.Brianna smiled again, pleased that Brandon was willing to meet her, considering that in their last encounter, she had ignored Brandon and even asked him to leave.Still smiling, Brianna replied, "I didn't want to keep you waiting too long, Mr. Brandon. Besides, we have important matters to discuss."Frans
Brandon's expression of genuine shock was clearly visible when he heard the woman's words. Was he hearing this correctly?"Oh, damn! I can't believe it, this woman is absolutely crazy!" Brandon exclaimed, staring at Brianna and shaking his head. In all his life, he had never met a woman as insane and wild as Brianna."Ha ha ha ha!"Hearing that, Brianna burst into laughter again. She found Brandon really funny and different.If she was being honest, there were hundreds of men trying to get close to her right now. But seeing this young man's reaction to what she had just said, Brianna couldn't help but laugh."You're so funny, Mr. Brandon!" Brianna was still laughing, thoroughly entertained by Brandon's expressions.Brandon raised one eyebrow, looking at Brianna with a serious gaze. He sighed. "If you brought me here just to laugh at me, then I'll just leave," Brandon said before standing up, fully intending to leave.Clearly, this shocked Brianna. Brandon couldn't take a joke at all.
Brianna remained in the same position, staring at Brandon with a serious gaze. She didn't even acknowledge Brandon's words.Brandon sighed, looking annoyed at Brianna who seemed to be toying with him. "Please don't joke around too much, Miss Brianna," Brandon said again. "Don't you realize some guests are staring at us?" Brandon then tried to help Brianna back to her seat, glancing at the people now watching them.Although there weren't many patrons in the restaurant, Brandon didn't like being the center of attention, especially now that some guests were looking at Brandon and Brianna alternately, whispering things Brandon could easily guess."This is something I didn't expect," Brandon finally muttered.Seeing Brandon's expression, Brianna smiled and said, "I'm not joking, Mr. Brandon. For a long time... I've wanted to marry someone who impresses me for the first time. And that someone is you." Brianna paused, looking at Brandon, who was indeed different from others. Satisfied, she c
Brandon looked at Brianna with slight confusion. He didn't expect Brianna to refuse to end their meeting, especially considering the restaurant was empty."Ahem!" Brandon cleared his throat, trying to revive the atmosphere that he found uncomfortable. "Miss Brianna," Brandon said in a gentle but firm tone, "I appreciate your desire to continue our conversation. However, as I said earlier, this restaurant is empty. We're the only ones left here. Are you sure you want to stay?"Brianna paused for a moment, her eyes scanning the now-empty restaurant. She seemed a bit surprised, as if just realizing their situation. However, instead of feeling uncomfortable, a small smile appeared on her lips. Brianna seemed unbothered by the fact that they were the only two left in the restaurant."I... I didn't realize," Brianna finally said, turning to Brandon and continuing, "But honestly, Mr. Brandon, I feel very comfortable talking with you. I don't want this to end just like that."Brianna's honest
Brianna was still in shock. She certainly never expected Brandon to be a medical expert. The man had never even mentioned his expertise.Brianna looked at Brandon seriously and asked, "Is this true, Mr. Brandon? Are you Miss Angelica's personal doctor?"Before Brandon could answer Brianna's question, Jose spoke up again. "Of course, Miss Brianna. Mr. Brandon is truly an expert. He even cured Miss Stella's father, who had been sick for a long time. No other doctor had succeeded in curing him." Jose recounted this with great enthusiasm.Jose's memory was still vivid. He was amazed and could never forget it.Meanwhile, Brandon smiled awkwardly, feeling uncomfortable with the praise given by Jose. He raised his hand, trying to stop the flow of enthusiastic words from Jose, who had been talking excitedly."Dr. Jose, please. You're exaggerating," said Brandon, who seemed to dislike it. "And it was probably just a miracle. I'm not what you think."But Jose shook his head firmly. "No, Mr. Bra
Hearing the words coming out of Brianna's mouth made Brandon chuckle, shaking his head in amusement. He couldn't believe that even at a time like this, Brianna could still joke around."Miss Brianna, you're full of surprises," said Brandon, his tone now sounding more relaxed. "I appreciate your sense of humor."Brandon's response made Brianna smile. But the woman didn't seem to indicate that it was just a joke. "I'm glad to see you a bit more relaxed, Mr. Brandon, but... honestly, I wasn't joking about that. If you want..."Before Brianna could finish her sentence, Brandon quickly cut in and said, "It seems it's getting quite late, Miss Brianna." Brandon peered outside, looking at the streets that were usually busy with many drivers, now quiet with only one or two cars passing by.Brianna's smile faded slightly. Her face showed a hint of disappointment, but she tried to cover it up quickly. Even so, Brandon caught the change in her expression.Brianna took a slow breath before finally
"Besides, it's unusual for you to still be up at this hour, Angelica. Is something bothering you?" Richard asked again, looking at Angelica intently.Angelica sighed at Richard's question. Why did she feel like she was being interrogated now? If she had known it would be like this, she would have chosen not to greet Richard and let him go wherever he wanted."The air in my room felt stuffy, that's why I decided to get some fresh air outside."Richard narrowed his eyes, feeling that Angelica's answer wasn't entirely truthful. "Are you sure? Isn't the air conditioning still working?"Angelica swallowed nervously. She knew Richard could easily see through her lies."I... I just needed some alone time to think," Angelica said, trying not to sound nervous. She took a deep breath before continuing, "There are some things that have been bothering me lately."Richard softened his gaze. "What's bothering you, Angelica? You know you can talk to me."Angelica hesitated for a moment. Actually, sh