Chapter 109


    With a yank from me, Jan snapped out of his daze, a bit embarrassed that everyone was watching


    him. His handsome face flushed as red as beetroot.


    He looked at me, trying to find an excuse, "What... what''s going on here?"


    Gevena''s expression was slightly off, but she still spoke up, "I invited some dear friends over for a


    gathering today. Thought of Aaliyah since she just recovered from her illness – it''s good for her to get


    some fresh air. So, I had my driver pick her up."


    Gevena''s reasoning made sense, then she nced at Jan''s awkward face, sounding somewhat


    upset, "Seems like you''re not too pleased, Mr. Dawson."


    Jan quickly put on a ttering smile, "Gevena, that''s not it. It''s just a misunderstanding. I didn''t know


    you guys were here for fun. I''d have loved it if I''d known. Allie has been cooped up for too long. I


    appreciate your consideration for her. I''ve been telling her to hang out with her friends more, it''s good


    for her mood. Please, don''t misunderstand!"


    His change of attitude was so swift that anyone almost thought that the previous scene was not his


    doing. His smile was so bright it could charm the dead.


    Gevena didn''t quite buy it, her expression still off, clearly upset at the interruption. Everyone in


    Goldenvale Town''s business circle knew not to offend her. She was like a Guardian Angel of Wealth,


    and many would kill to get close to her.


    Jan was no exception. He was wary of Gevena, especially after he took over Medsafe Liyah Inc. He


    is quite intimidated by her as she is a proud woman who doesn''t take ttery easily.


    Seeing Gevena''s cold expression, Jan quietly nudged me several times.


    Gevena spoke in a neutral tone, "Today isn''t just for fun, we also have a serious matter. There''s a


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    when she heard about it. She thought it would be a great opportunity for yourpany to break into


    the international market.


    Given my rtionship with Catherine, Aaliyah has been bringing up this matter to me frequently. So,


    when the invitation arrived today, I quietly took one for Aaliyah. Didn''t expect it to turn into this mess!"


    She then turned to that man soaking wet and scowled, "Laird, are you done fixing it yet? Why are you


    all wet? What a disgrace!"


    It was clear to everyone that Gevena was indirectly mocking Jan through her driver.


    The room fell silent, it was a scene of public humiliation.


    Gevena''s status was well-known, no one dared to offend her. Her influence, in some respects, was


    even greater than the local governor.


    Jan''s face face fluctuated wildly, a clear indication of his stark embarrassment and difort.


    His gaze on the man was still doubtful, as the scene when he first opened the door was indeed


    ambiguous. Gevena seemed to understand his gaze, pointing at the man who was drenched, "Mr.


    Dawson, this is my driver and bodyguard, Laird!"


    She then looked at Jan and said apologetically, "I''m sorry, Mr. Dawson. I overstepped. I was worried


    that Aaliyah might not be able to handle the drive, so I had Laird pick her up. I didn''t mean to cause a


    misunderstanding. I apologize for the ruckus."


    Her tone was calm, but it was filled with disdain.


    She then reached back and someone handed her a maroon envelope, which she handed to me,


    "Aaliyah, here''s the invitation you wanted! No matter what, you need to close this case. Since Mr.


    Dawson is worried, you should go home with him!"