Chapter 74


    After a long moment, Arielle finally responded. “Thank you. Frankly, rtionship matters are at the


    bottom of my priority list. I’m sorry, but I have countless issues to deal with.”


    Immediately, Harvey’s bright gaze dimmed with disappointment. His joy seemed to dete like a


    balloon pierced with a needle


    Yet, he regained hisposure in the blink of an eye. “It’s all right. I understand this confession must


    have taken you by surprise as I said it without warning. Can we remain friends? I won’t tell anyone that


    we have met overseas. Today is the first day we’ve met.” Harvey forced a smile


    to mask his sorrow


    “1-1..don’t even want to make new friends. However, thank you for your offer.” Arielle replied after a


    moment of hesitation.


    “What are you nning? Why do you need to conceal your identity and avoid any romance? You can’t


    even make new friends?” Harvey asked suspiciously


    Arielle averted her gaze guiltily. “I’m handling some private matters…”


    Harvey sensed that Arielle’s mood had dropped. Immediately, he apologized profusely. I’m sorry, I’ve


    overstepped my boundaries. I shouldn’t 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.”


    “Thank you,” Arielle beamed her reply


    On the other hand, Vinson was feeling frustrated when he received a phone call from Carter.


    “Vin, we managed to capture one of the men from the gang that tried to assassinate the two


    of you when you were overseas.”


    “Where is he?” Vinson raised a brow when he heard Carter’s statement.


    “He’s in my car. I’ll 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.”


    “Got it. Send him to Harvey’s residence. We will head there,” Vinson ordered after a brief moment of


    pause.


    “Alright.”


    Vinson was in great spirits after Carter’s call. Quickly, he called Harvey.


    After all his efforts, Harvey finally managed to get past Arielle’s defenses. Just as they were about to


    start a conversation about the issues


    overseas, Vinson’s call came in.


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    Harvey declined the call swiftly and nned to continue the conversation. Yet, his phone rang once


    again as Vinson called him for a second time. Harvey couldn’t help but feel frustrated. Vinson is the


    kind who keeps to himself and never gets into a rtionship. But why is he ruining it for me? “Please


    excuse me while I answer this call,” Harvey said with an apologetic smile.


    Sure.


    Finally, Harvey rose to his feet and strode towards the window to answer the call. “Vin, why are you


    calling me right now? Can’t you wait-” Harvey snapped impatiently.


    “Where are you?” Vinson interjected before Harvey could finish talking.


    “I’m at the Irushean restaurant located opposite the shopping mall near my home. What do you want?”


    “We captured the assassin who tried to murder us. My men are bringing him to your house right now.


    You shoulde right away!”


    “Shouldn’t we deal with such matters at the Themis Mansion?” Harvey jolted in shock.


    “It’s not convenient for me to go there right now. Hurry up ande over!” Vinson continued in an


    urgent tone.


    “But I’m still in the middle of my meal…” Harvey mumbled.


    Vinson hung up before Harvey finished his


    sentence.


    “This b*stard” Harvey cursed under his breath.


    When he whirled around, he found that Arielle had packed her things into her purse, waiting for him


    patiently.


    “You…”


    “Go ahead; you don’t have to worry about me.” Arielle cut him off before he could continue.


    “Let me send you back,” Harvey added in a hurry.


    “It’s all right.” Arielle refused his offer politely. “I 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.


    It’s impossible that Cindy will help me


    purchase any clothes. I should look around the shopping mall and find something before I head back.


    You want to head to the shopping mall?” Harvey asked.


    Arielle nodded her head. In response, Harvey smiled at her. “All right, take your time. You can contact


    me if you need anything.”


    “Okay” Arielle replied in puzzlement when she noticed his smile. On the other hand, she did not take


    Harvey’s words to heart


    After all, Arielle didn’t like bothering others.


    They both descended to the ground floor, Just as Harvey was about to send Arielle off, a ck car


    pulled up in front of the duo.


    The car window rolled down to reveal Vinson’s handsome face.