Chapter 333


    Chapter 333 Backing


    Triston’s estate served multiple purposes. The top floor was his private space for hosting guests. The


    first and second floors housed a bar and club, respectively. Triston had developed this entire estate to


    the fullest.


    Apart from “Charm Bar,” this club was also very well-known in Casier. Many wealthy people frequented it


    for leisure.


    One had to pass through the first floor to leave the top floor. After concluding his discussion with Triston,


    Branden descended from the top floor. Branden nced at an open private room as he walked through


    the first floor.


    He noticed someone he knew inside, which caught his attention. Paxton noticed that Branden had


    suddenly stopped, and following Branden’s gaze, he saw Audrey standing in the private room.


    Audrey was with a few fat men, and one of them, the film producer Jeff Baker, was seen holding a ss


    and pouring Audrey a drink. Considering Audrey’s rtionship with Catherine, Paxton proactively asked,


    ” Mr. Duncan, should I go over?”


    Branden didn’t respond to him but instead walked directly toward the private room. This surprised Paxton


    once again, as Branden was usually indifferent to such matters.


    If it had been Catherine inside, he wouldn’t have been surprised, but for Branden to personally intervene


    for Catherine’s sister indicated that Catherine held a significant ce in his heart.


    The once lively private room suddenly became eerie. The intense atmosphere made everyone look


    towards where the strange feeling came from.


    Among the film producers, some recognized Branden and quickly stood up, approaching him with great


    respect.


    “Mr. Duncan, such an honor to see you!


    “Mr. Duncan, so good to see you!”


    In Casier, when someone was addressed as “Mr. Duncan” and treated with such respect by Mr. Baker,


    who was typically quite arrogant, it was clear that there was likely no one else but Branden who could


    command such reverence.


    Everyone was shocked and didn’t understand why Branden hade over. Branden nced coldly at


    Audrey, who was standing nearby, and Audrey immediately lowered her head.


    Given Catherine’s rtionship with Branden, Audrey could consider Branden as someone close to him.


    Being caught in such a situation by Branden, Audrey felt incredibly embarrassed.


    Jeff followed Branden’s gaze and saw Audrey’s reaction, which surprised him. There had been rumors in


    the industry about Audrey having a powerful background, but she hadn’t made much impact after her


    appearance on the variety show.


    She would have already had plenty of acting chances if she had such strong connections. So whye


    to him for a role in his movies?


    Jeff didn’t think much of it and, seeing Audrey’s attractive looks and figure had thought of having some


    fun with her. He hadn’t expected her to know Branden. Now, he was doomed!


    If he upset Branden, it wouldn’t just affect him in Casier. Jeff was concerned he might be unable to work


    in the industry anymore.


    Jeff felt highly anxious, like waiting for an impending storm. However, to everyone’s surprise, Branden


    didn’t say anything. He simply turned and walked away. Audrey understood that Branden had looked at


    her before leaving, signaling her to follow him.


    Branden’s strong presence made Audrey not dare to oppose him, so she obediently followed him. Before


    leaving, she also apologized to Jeff.


    “Mr. Baker, I’m sorry, I must go now.”


    Jeff couldn’t me Audrey for anything but felt grateful for her. “Miss Swann, take your time. We can


    discuss the contract signing tomorrow. Audrey gave a bitter smile, thinking about how superficial society


    could be.


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    Just a moment ago, Jeff acted as if he wouldn’t cast her in his movies without taking advantage of her.


    Now, he was willingly offering a contract, all because of Branden’s influence.


    Knowing that Branden was waiting, Audrey didn’t dare hesitate. She nodded casually and walked out the


    door quickly. As she reached the doorway, she noticed a ck Maybach parked outside.


    The car door was open, indicating that it was waiting for her to get in. Audrey sensed the tense


    atmosphere in the car but understood that disobeying Branden could have serious consequences. In the


    end, she forced herself to get into the car.


    Inside the car, she saw it slowly heading towards the apartment. Branden also lived in that area, so this


    was probably just a convenient ride he offered her.


    Audrey secretly breathed a sigh of relief but remained tense. The car was eerily quiet, and even the


    sound of breathing was distinct.


    Her scalp tingled with anxiety, and she tried to speak several times but was subdued by Branden’s


    imposing presence. Finally, she mustered the courage to speak. “Mr. Duncan, can I ask you for a favor?”


    Audrey sat in the back seat, separated from the front by a partition. The car was initially silent, and with


    Paxton’s excellent hearing, he also heard Audrey’s words clearly.


    A trace of disdain crossed Paxton’s lips. He had seen countless women like Audrey. In his eyes, perhaps


    Branden would help her out of respect for his sister Catherine.


    After all, asking Branden for a favor was a better choice than mingling with those older men. Branden


    heard Audrey speaking, turned his head to look at her, and motioned for her to continue.


    Seeing that Branden wasn’t angry and remainedposed, Audrey finally dared to speak slowly, “Mr.


    Duncan, I just want to ask you not to tell Catherine about this, would that be alright?”


    Audrey had Kim take her out to socialize because she didn’t want to burden Catherine. Catherine had


    endured a lot, and now that she was back from the countryside and dating Branden, her future looked


    promising.


    How could she bear to see Catherine humbling herself for her sake?


    Having grown up in high society, Audrey knew all too well how important it was to have a powerful


    husband.


    In this world, a husband’s power determines his wife’s social standing and honor. Though it might sound


    harsh, it was the reality.


    Catherine had asked Branden for help several times before to make Audrey’s path easier, ensuring she


    could join variety shows without fearing retaliation orpromising herself.


    But Audrey didn’t want to rely on Catherine all the time. She was Catherine’s elder sister, she would


    need to be stronger.


    Even though she couldn’t help Catherine with the Swanns’ issue, Audrey hoped to be there for Catherine


    in other ways. In the future, she wanted to be Catherine’s support and help her gain a higher


    standing in Branden’s eyes.