Justin said his piece before taking strides away.
Hunter stood there, rooted to the ground. The humiliation coursed through his veins.
Born into a family of lawyers and judges, Hunter faced high expectations from his parents and
admiration from his brothers. Life came easily to him, and he rose to become an elite among his peers.
Even the industry giants had to humble themselves to get his help.
Hunter had never been so insulted.
Hang on.
Furrowing his brows, Hunter stared at the manâs cocky back.
Hunter wondered about Bellaâs relationship with Justin. It was hard to believe Justin, who kept his
distance from women, lost his temper because of her.
Bella was Wyatt Thompsonâs daughter, and Hunter knew as much. A fine woman like Bella would not
settle for anything less than perfection for a man.
There was only one possibility: Justin had a crush on Bella, who was way out of his league.
So what if Justin was good-looking?
Justinâs mother never married his father before her death. His position as president of Salvador
Corporation was a mere handout from his father.
âHa, Despite your privileged upbringing and prestigious title, youâre not the rightful heir, Justin. You are
delusional to think you are worthy of Ms. Thompson.â
Hunter entered the villa with a menacing look.
The group was surprised to see Hunter coming in right behind Justin.
âThis is Hunter Lovett, Dad. Mr. Lovett is a valuable attorney. He played a crucial role in getting
Bethany out.â
Gregory introduced Hunter to Nigel enthusiastically. âI plan to hire Mr. Lovett as the director of our
corporate legal team. What do you think?â
âHello, Old Master Nigel. I have heard many good things about you.
Itâs an honor to meet you.â Hunter nodded at Nigel courteously with a smile.
âHunter Lovett⦠Are you Neil Lovettâs eldest son?â Nigel observed him and asked in a serious tone.
âYes. Neil Lovett is my father.â
Hunter looked proud and happy. âAre you an old friend of my father, Mr. Salvador?â
Justin scowled at Hunterâs interaction with Nigel.
He detested a phony gentleman like Hunter. However, Nigel seemed to know Hunterâs father.
âI know him.â
Nigel looked at Hunter with a pretentious smile. âYour father presided over my youngest sonâs, Garyâs,
case. Heâs a fair judge and sentenced my son to four years in jail.â
Everybody was shocked.
Color washed off Hunterâs complexion, and he could not keep a smile on his face.
With the memories of his dark past sweeping over Gregory, he grimaced.
Justin picked up on Gregoryâs subtle change of expression.
âMy father is competent at his job, but heâs not a flexible man, Old
Master Nigel. I would like to apologize for his behavior on his behalf.â
Following the turn of events, Hunter assumed Nigel carried a grudge from the past and apologized right
away.
âHeh. Thatâs interesting.â
Nigel raised a brow. âDid your father make a wrong judgment? Why are you apologizing for him?â
âIâ¦â Hunter froze.
âItâs only right for a judge to be fair and impartial. Seeing that you apologized on his behalf, are you
undermining his authority?â
âI⦠You got the wrong idea, Old Master Nigel. Thatâs not my intention.â Hunter chuckled dryly.
âI have heard about you. You are well known for representing the rich and famous.â
Nigel scoffed. âI wouldnât have associated you with your father if you hadnât mentioned youâre his son.
You are the complete opposite of your father.â