Chapter 1637: Chapter 1737

I couldn’t help but frown and ordered George, who was standing beside me, “Check the waiter’s phone.

Also, scrutinize these people.

If they’re clean, let them go.

”

George nodded and promptly set about his tasks.

Thirty minutes later, I received a report from George.

“Sir, Luka has indeed been in frequent contact with a woman recently.

He even splurged on luxury items for her and promised to buy a house and marry her.

”

Buy a house?

I examined Luka’s bank account.

Despite his modest salary, he had given the woman a substantial sum of money recently.

I sighed, resting my forehead on my hand.

Just then, George let out a deep sigh.

“Love is a thorny affair!”

Puzzled by his comment, I shot him a stern look, warning him to hold his tongue.

George pursed his lips and quickly changed the topic.

“But Luka was not as straightforward as he seemed.

Though he professed to love this woman, he slept with Keenan.

And in the end, it cost him his life…”

With those words, he clucked his tongue and fell silent.

My gaze darkened.

Clearly, someone had orchestrated this entire scenario.

The entanglement between Luka and Keenan was far from simple.

The pressing task now was to uncover the mastermind behind this scheme and identify the person who sent those messages.

Andrew’s POV:

After gathering all the evidence, I decided to send the entire evidence to every guest.

I also had George post a clarification online, apologizing on my behalf for the tragic events at my engagement party.

I emphasized that neither my fiancee nor I had anything to do with what had happened from the start.

To protect Debra’s reputation, I chose not to disclose Luka’s attempt to drug her.

Once the announcement was made, Addy arrived with Shirley in tow.

It was clear they were here to confront me.

I invited them to sit down as I usually would.

As soon as Addy took her seat, she fixed me with a serious look and said, “Andrew, why didn’t you discuss the announcement with me before sending it? You are disrespecting Veronica!”

I had anticipated her reaction, so I remained calm.

“Addy, I didn’t intend any disrespect to Veronica.

Whether I told you beforehand or not, the facts remain unchanged and are beyond our control.

”

“You should have consulted Veronica first, instead of acting alone!”

Addy continued, her tone still confrontational.

It was evident that she wouldn’t be appeased without a satisfactory explanation.

I met her challenge with a steady gaze.

“I need to know if you’re here because Veronica sent you, or if this is your own doing.

Would Veronica have objected to the announcement if she knew the evidence?”

I paused, giving her a piercing look before adding, “Or, Addy, are you perhaps reluctant to clear my fiancee’s name?”

Caught off guard, Addy was visibly upset but found no words to counter.

Turning to Shirley, I softened my expression and asked, “Shirley, do you see any issue with how I handled this situation?”

Shirley seemed uneasy under my scrutiny and quickly averted her eyes, forcing a light smile.

“You managed the crisis swiftly and effectively.

You’ve uncovered the truth so quickly.

I’m sure my mother will hold you in high regard.

”

As soon as Shirley finished speaking, Addy’s expression darkened.

I looked away and chuckled.

“It’s truly my fault.

I should have been more thorough in vetting the staff at my manor before the engagement party.

If I had, that bribed waiter wouldn’t have had the opportunity.

”

Shirley looked away with guilty as she offered a strained smile.

“You’re right! This place does need a hostess.

You’re so busy with your work; it’s natural to miss some details.

”

Her implication was clear.

My smile remained unaffected.

“You’re correct, Shirley.

Luckily, now that I’m engaged, Debra will be here to help manage the household.

”

Shirley’s complexion grew pale, and she gave me a look filled with resentment.