Master of his heart

Chapter 204
A trace of satisfaction flashed in Lillian’s eyes as she looked towards Max, almost
appearing a bit intoxicated.
“Max, you probably don’t know this yet, but Patrick and Brielle, they're an item.
Saw it with my own two eyes last time. But I gotta say, Patrick, Brielle’s already
got another suitor lined up. and I hear wedding bells are about to chime. You
might wanna keep your eyes peeled if you're on the market for a lady friend.”
She swirled the red wine in her glass, trying to craft an image of elegance and
sophistication.
Patrick felt that Lillian was a woman with no brains at all, completely unable to
read people’s expressions. He sneaked a glance at Max and, sure enough,
Max's eyes were frosty.
Lillian, oblivious as ever, edged closer, her mind preoccupied with the perfume
she wore. She had done her homework on Max's preferences; he wasn’t fond of
overpowering scents. So tonight, she had chosen a fragrance with a subtle hint
of tea.
Before she got close enough, Max's voice cut through. “Wasn't her engagement
with Spencer canceled?”
This was the first time Max had engaged in direct conversation with her, even if it
was about that bitch Brielle. But Lillian was far from thinking Max had any real
interest in Brielle. After all, Brielle had hooked up with his driver. Surely a man
like Max, perched high on his pedestal wouldn't stoop to pick up someone else’s
leftovers?
“The engagement with Spencer is indeed off,” she asserted with a hint of
triumph, “but my parents have arranged another match, with Mr. Connor of Apex
Dynamics.”
Apex Dynamics?
Max had never heard of it. Patrick, on the other hand, was quietly filling in the
gaps. “Connor, a notorious playboy pushing fifty, got some messy business with
the Haywood family. Looks like they're shipping Ms. Brielle off to settle scores.”
Max's fingers suddenly tightened around the stem of his wine glass, nearly
shattering it. To Lillian, however, this seemed like Max was just lamenting the
poor choice of his driver. “Max, I'm just running my mouth a bit, that's all. Hate to
see another guy get duped by Brielle. She once openly confessed in the
Haywood household to having a man on the side.”
“Really?” Max's eyes narrowed, a vortex that seemed to swallow light, covered
with a shimmering ripple.
Lillian could practically drown in such a gaze. She felt certain that her little act of
espionage tonight had elevated her in his estimation. She had thought it would
take a serious effort to hook Max, but he seemed an easy catch. Her excitement
was palpable, and the smugness was impossible to hide. “Max, let me toast to
you. And I wonder, do you have any plans after the dinner?”
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She asked the question very tactfully, her cheeks blushing.
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Meanwhile, Cameron watched Lillian
sidle up to Max with a furrowed brow,
worried she might upset him. Hem
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taste for just that kind of company?
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The very thought left Lillian’s so-called friends, some of whom had gathered for
the evening. seething with envy.
“Look at her eyes, practically glued to Max.”
or sleeve.”
“How can Max stand her? She’s wearing her intentions on her
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She signaled to Cameron with her eyes. After some consideration, Cameron
decided to have someone prepare things.
Tonight, Max and Lillian must be in the same room.