The Consortium's Heir

Chapter 369

He paused for a second, then continued walking without a word. Ashley, however, returned to her senses. She whipped her head up and glared at Olivia, screeching, “Are you an idiot? What the hell were you thinking, standing there without saying a word on my and the brand’s behalf? How will you benefit from this if we get kicked out of here?”

Darius, still seated in Hansley’s office, sighed. At the same time, he put a hand over his ear. Though Edward couldn’t see Darius’ actions from the corridor, he heard him sigh. Instantly, he knew what he had to do. He slapped a hand over Ashley’s mouth and then looked at Olivia.

“I know you’re not exactly an angel, so you’d be better off taking the initiative to leave with me if you don’t want to offend Mr. Reid any further. Of course, if you don’t want to leave right now, I don’t mind coming back in a few moments to drag you out like this.”

Olivia didn’t hesitate. She jogged after Edward, even speeding up to open the door and make things convenie