She took a deep breath. “Nicholas, today’s the grand opening of my friend’s business. We don’t want to spoil the fun because of you. Please be sensible and leave on your own!”
“Who says that I’m here to spoil it?” Nicholas snorted and pointed at the two lines of flower baskets outside. “I came with gifts!
“Besides, you’re accepting someone like this as a friend?” Nicholas’ gaze was flippant as he smirked.
Linda’s brows were tightly knitted as she trembled. “Cordelia’s my best friend! Since she’s married Marcus, he’s my friend too. I forbid anyone from wrecking my friend’s place!”
Nicholas’ hand that held his sunglasses tightened. He looked at her quietly, a flash of warmth running in the bottom of his eyes. The woman was still like how she used to be—loyal, biased to her own kind, and
