After a long moment, Arielle finally responded, âThank you. Frankly, relationship matters are at the
bottom of my priority list. Iâm sorry, but I have countless issues to deal with.â
Immediately, Harveyâs bright gaze dimmed with disappointment. His joy seemed to deflate like balloon
pierced with a needle
Yet, he regained his composure in the blink of an eye. âItâs all right. I understand this confession must
have taken you by surprise as I said it without warning. Can we remain friends? I wonât tell anyone that
we have met overseas. Today is the first day weâve met.â Harvey forced a smile to mask his sorrow.
âH-Lâ¦donât even want to make new friends. However, thank you for your offer,â Arielle replied after a
moment of hesitation.
âWhat are you planning? Why do you need to conceal your identity and avoid any romance? You canât
even make new friends?â Harvey asked Suspiciously.
Arielle averted her gaze guiltily. âIâm handling some private mattersâ¦â
Harvey sensed that Arielleâs mood had dropped. Immediately, he apologized profusely. âIâm sorry, Iâve
overstepped my boundaries. I shouldnât have pestered you with so many questions. However, you can
contact me anytime if you need help. No matter the situation, I will help you.â
âThank you,â Arielle beamed her reply.
On the other hand, Vinson was feeling frustrated when he received a phone call from Carter
âVin, we managed to capture one of the men frori the gang that tried to assassinate the two of you when
you were overseas.â
âWhere is he?â Vinson raised a brow when he heard Carterâs statement.
âHeâs in my car. Iâll bring him over. It will probably take half an hour before we reach Jadeborough. He
was stranded at sea for nearly a month and that has taken a toll on his mental health.â
âGot it. Send him to Harveyâs residence. We will head there,â Vinson ordered after a brief moment of
pause.
âAlright.â
Vinson was in great spirits after Carterâs call. Quickly, he called Harvey.
After all his efforts, Harvey finally managed to get past Arielleâs defenses. Just as they were about to
start a conversation about the issues overseas, Vinsonâs call came in.
Harvey declined the call swiftly and planned to continue the conversation. Yet, his phone rang once
again as Vinson called him for a second time.
Harvey couldnât help but feel frustrated. Vinson is the kind who keeps to himself and never gets into a
relationship. But why is he ruining it for me?
*Please excuse me while I answer this callâ Harvey said with an apologetic smile
Finally, Harvey rose to his feet and strode towards the window to answer the call. âVin, why are you
calling me right now? Canât you wait-â Harvey snapped impatiently.
âWhere are you?â Vinson interjected before Harvey could finish talking
âIâm at the Irushean restaurant located opposite the shopping mall near my home. What do you want?â
âWe captured the assassin who tried to murder us. My men are bringing him to your house right now.
You should come right away!â
âShouldnât we deal with such matters at the Thernis Mansion?â Harvey jolted in shock.
âItâs not convenient for me to go there right now. Hurry up and come over!â Vinson continued in an urgent
tone
âBut Iâm still in the middle of my mealâ¦â Harvey mumbled.
Vinson hung up before Harvey finished his
âThis bästard,â Harvey cursed under his breath
When he whirled around, he found that Arielle had packed her things into her purse, waiting for him
patiently.
âYouâ¦â
âGo ahead, you donât have to worry about me.â Arielle cut him off before he could continue.
âLet me send you back. Harvey added in a hurry.
âItâs all right.â Arielle refused his offer politely. âI noticed a shopping mall opposite. I want to go for a walk
and get some clothes.
Henrick had assigned her countless tasks yesterday, he also asked her to enhance her appearance. Itâs
impossible that Cindy will help me purchase any clothes./ should look around the shopping mall and find
something before I head back
âYou want to head to the shopping mall?â Harvey asked.
Arielle nodded her head. In response, Harvey smiled at her. âAll right, take your time. You can contact me
if you need anything.â
âOkay.â Arielle replied in puzzlement when she noticed his smile. On the other hand, she did not take
Harveyâs words to heart.
After all, Arielle didnât like bothering others,
They both descended to the ground floor. Just as Harvey was about to send Arielle oll, â black pulled up
in front of the duo
The car window rolled down to reveal Vinsonâs handsome face