Chapter 220

Victor's retreating figure radiated finality.

Adrian stared at the computer screen, unable to process a single word.

He kicked his chair aside and strode to the floor-to-ceiling window.

The city lights glittered in the distance, but couldn't pierce his gloom.

......

Scarlett linked arms with Isabella as they bumped into Vincent Ashcroft at the hotel entrance with Lucien.

Vincent's gaze instantly dodged away when he spotted Evelyn.

"Isn't this the CEO who slandered Evelyn online for seducing you?" Scarlett sneered. "With your pathetic self, you think she'd even glance your way?"

Vincent paled and hurried off with his head down.

"Coward!" Scarlett stamped her foot in frustration. "Can't even defend himself, yet dares to smear others!"

Lucien gently pressed her shoulder. "Don't waste anger on trash. We have real business to handle."

Evelyn's phone buzzed with an alert about Vincent Langley acquiring the Ashcroft Group.

Her pupils contracted. She turned to Lucien immediately. "Suspend the investigation. It's too dangerous now."

"Evelyn!" Scarlett tugged at her sleeve indignantly. "You promised to spend today with me!"

With a resigned sigh, Evelyn hugged her friend. "I'll book us dinner at KM's private kitchen tonight."

"Really?" Scarlett's eyes lit up. "I'm ordering their signature truffle foie gras!"

Lucien said gravely, "Don't worry, Ms. Roland. I won't act recklessly again."

Evelyn rushed off, but her phone rang once more as she exited the revolving doors.

"Miss Roland, can we meet tonight?" A familiar voice asked through the receiver.